Way Maintainer

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city – a city that is becoming increasingly reliant on public transport networks. Since 2009, Metro proudly continues to operate and maintain a world-class train service and network through to delivering significant transport projects that will shape how Melbourne moves. With Zero Harm at the foundation of everything we do, we want everyone to get home safely. We are one team, helping to connect and shape a better Melbourne.

• Receive a free Myki Pass that allows free Public Transport in Victoria!
• Access a wide range of corporate discounts, including gym offers.

About the role

Metro is looking for an experienced Track Maintenance Labourer / Truck Driver to undertake corrective, preventative maintenance, and renewals activities of track assets. You’ll need to have track experience and thrive working in a team environment, using your written and verbal communication skills to help produce exceptional quality work in line with standards set by Metro. 

 You’ll be labouring, installing, and maintaining works on track, working safely and efficiently to meet deadlines. To be successful in this role you’ll have an interest in, and be familiar with mechanical systems, and have a flair for finding solutions that improve processes and increase productivity.

You must be able to undertake night shifts from Sunday to Wednesday, and work reasonable overtime as required, responding to after hour's emergencies. This position will be based in Docklands.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance and installation work to ensure the timely completion of construction, maintenance, renewal, or upgrades of track assets.
• Complete labouring tasks using hand tools and mechanical tools
• Carry out regular checks as per plant maintenance schedules, maintaining the workplace, yards, and any tools/equipment used.
• Actively participate in on-job instruction, pre and post-work meetings, as well as contributing to toolbox and visualisation meetings.
• Ensure works performed meet the quality standards prescribed by Metro Trains, accurately reporting on works completed daily.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with the OH&S Standards and Regulations, as well as Metro Trains’ policies and procedures.
• Coach junior members of the team.

About you

For this role, you will have the following skillset:

Mandatory

• Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (Rail Maintenance)
• Track Vehicle Operator (TVO) and Heavy Rigid (HR) licence
• Train Track Safety Awareness certified (or must be willing to obtain and practice)
• The experience, ability and fitness level to be able to use hand powered plant.
• Sound knowledge of the safety requirements of working in the rail and maintenance industry, OHS Act, Codes of Practice, regulations, safe working practices, and HV Rules.

Preferred

• TLIF2082 Perform Hand signaller duties (or must be willing to obtain and practice.
• First Aid Certificate Level 2
• Rail Infrastructure (Rail Maintenance) Certificate III specialising in either of the following: aluminothermic welding, flash butt welding, track inspection.

Ready to apply? Great!

If what you’ve read resonates with your values, experience, and career aspiration then we want to hear from you!

 Click to submit your application by 11:59pm on Tueday 21 January 2025.

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.

Office Days

Metro values connection between our employees and we believe helps to foster relationships and innovation. While this is an important aspect of the position, our business values and supports flexible working and reasonable adjustments. If you have concerns about meeting this requirement, please discuss them with your TA partner.