Plant Electrician

Plant Electrician

About ARTC

Keeping Australia moving and growing our network for the future brings immense opportunities.

At ARTC (Australian Rail Track Corporation), we are one of the largest rail network owners in Australia. With more than 1,800 employees across 39 locations, we all work towards our common goal to link the nation and keep Australia moving. As the rail industry undergoes significant transformation, we’ve invested billions of dollars to build, expand and modernise our network to get freight off the road and onto rail, and we’re not stopping. That’s good for our customers, motorists, the environment, and communities.

About the Division / Team

Our Hunter Valley network primarily services the Hunter Valley coal chain – the world’s largest thermal coal export operation – by providing an efficient and reliable rail transportation system between mines and the Port of Newcastle.We manage the movement of around 250 trains per day on our network. Around half of these being coal trains and the other half comprised of passenger services, as well as grain, general intermodal, and other bulk freight trains.

About the Opportunity

Review, plan and undertake the maintenance,repair and upgrade of electrical and electronic equipment, apparatus, systemsand fixtures associated with mobile plant, equipment and vehicles utilised inthe railway environment. Operate plant and equipment as required tofacilitate such works and provide back-up leave relief to the heavy weight railbound plant operating teams.

The role is situated out of our Goulburn office and applicants from surrounding areas are also encouraged to apply.

Inspect, maintain, repair, upgrade and overhaul equipment and undertake electrical testing and repairs Install new electrical and electronic equipment and electric wiring according to the relevant electrical codes, standards and company policies Undertake field service work and workshop repairs Maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems for project installations and equipment Assist plant mechanics and field technicians with fault diagnosis and repair Assist in the ongoing management of inventory plant spares Develop the trade skills and knowledge of apprentices through mentoring, coaching and education in an inclusive environment Perform all work in compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety and environment regulations

About You

To ensure success in this position, applicants will be able to demonstrate:

Auto Electrical Trade Certificate relevant to the position (or equivalent) Experience with electro-hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electronic systems Experience in maintaining heavy rail/earthmoving equipment High levels of self-motivation with the ability to work independently or within a team environment Dedicated commitment to Workplace Health and Safety Current C Class Drivers License Hold a current forklift license

Desirable Selection Criteria:

Understanding of rail safe-working systems and principles HR drivers licence Electrical trade license Air Conditioning / refrigeration license

What we offer

You will have access to a variety of benefits working with us, including but not limited to:

Competitive remuneration An uncompromising commitment to a Zero-Harm working environment Fully paid on the job training 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their direct family members Numerous financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits Including salary sacrifice option of novated leasing, discounts and support programs

Our Organisation and Culture

We foster an inclusive, values led culture and embrace diversity in all forms. Together, our people build a respectful, fair, and flexible workplace and we thrive on creating an environment where your hard work and achievements are recognised.

We have an uncompromising commitment to your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with ongoing development opportunities is important to us.

We rely on the diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented employees regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or cultural background.

At ARTC, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to making a real difference for Australia’s first peoples and encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.Come and join us at ARTC and experience belonging.

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