General Maintenance Officer

Join Melbourne’s Growing Transport Network!

Melbourne is a growing city, and its public transport system plays a crucial role in shaping the city’s future. With major projects like the Metro Tunnel and Level Crossing Removals, we’re working to making travel safter and more connected. 

At Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM), we are focused on building a workplace and rail industry that supports gender equality and reflects Melbourne’s diverse community. We prioritise safety, sustainability and innovation – help us create a greener Melbourne!

About the position
 

You’ll join our friendly Facilities department, a dedicated team who take pride in keeping MTM facilities safe, clean and welcoming for commuters and employees across the rail network – from train stations to carparks, Metro depots and structures.

• Permanent, full-time position (2 positions available in a new team)

• Monday – Friday, 7am-3.30pm 

• Working at various locations across the Melbourne Metro Train Network

• Opportunity to be working on the tools in a leading hand position

Key Responsibilities

• Follow a daily works schedule, working with and supporting a Maintenance Assistant

• Station inspections and general building maintenance including fixing doors, gates, fencing, basic plumbing and carpentry work as well as renewals work

• Prioritise urgent and emergency work requests

• Manage tools and consumable stock levels to complete work schedules

• Follow safety protocols while working near train tracks

• Weekly reporting requirements 

Skills and Experience
 

• Qualification in a Building Trade or a Cert III or higher in civil construction e.g., carpentry, plumbing

• Strong experience in inspection, general maintenance, and repair of buildings/civil structures for a commercial organisation

• Demonstrated leadership skills

• Proven planning, scheduling, or time management skills

• Basic IT skills with portable devices (iPad) and Microsoft Office

• A current Full Victorian Driver’s Licence

What We Offer

• Starting salary: $58.21 per hour + super (OTE approx. $120k + super)

• Guaranteed salary increases twice a year (as per Enterprise Agreement)

• FREE Myki card for PTV travel across Victoria

• Full uniform and tools provided, including Metro vehicles to get to different work sites

• 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave (no qualifying period)

• Career progression and training opportunities

• Discounts at top brands and stores

• Diversity & Inclusion – we value unique perspectives and support initiatives like Women at Metro (over 30% of our workforce are women)

How to Apply 
 

To apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident. 

Applications close: 11.59pm, Sunday 13 April 2025

Recruitment Process:

• Phone Interview

• On-site Interview 

• Pre-employment Checks (medical assessment, police check & references) 

• Job Offer

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM), we recognise that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace are vital to our mission and success and will lead us to being a world class rail network. In today’s interconnected and multicultural world, our ability to understand, appreciate, and leverage the unique perspectives of our employees, passengers, partners, and the community is essential for driving innovation and achieving sustainable growth.

We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances. We are committed to removing barriers and welcoming applications from people of all ages, abilities, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and the LGBTIQA+ community. We are happy to make adjustments to our recruitment process to support your full participation.