Trackworker - Redbank, Australia - Queensland Rail

Queensland Rail

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Redbank, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Description

Trackworker:

Id:

7020- Date: 21 Feb 2024- Location: Redbank, QLD, AU, 4301- Company: Queensland RailQueensland Rail has a proud history of connecting Queensland communities and supporting local jobs, industries and economies.

Enjoy the challenge of being physically active, working in all weather
Opportunities present themselves right across our business, so start building your career with us
Great entry level roles into the railway

These entry level positions will kick-start your rail career and join an expanding busy team that continues to grow.

We have vacancies in the following locations but may be required to travel across SEQ:

Redbank Track Depot
Banoon Track Depot

As a Trackworker you will be responsible for performing heavy manual labour activities which can include replacing railway sleepers, general labouring duties and a variety of other railway track maintenance activities.

This position is always in the field so you must be happy to work in a variety of weather conditions particularly hot temperatures.

About our Team:

Reporting to the Track Maintenance Coordinator, you will work with a supportive, engaged and tightknit team. The ability to work within a small team environment is imperative in this role.

About the role:

Carry out labouring duties, ensuring track safety is maintained and other duties as directed by the supervisor when required
Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently
Travel and perform outdoor work (including flood repair and other emergency work) throughout the region, often in challenging weather conditions and high temperatures, Work a 9day fortnight which may consist of 7 days and 2 nights.
You will be rostered on to work every 2nd weekend and rostered off the other weekend

About you:

Hold a current 'C' class drivers licence
Recent experience in a manual handling or physical labouring role
A hardworking nature and a positive 'can do' attitude
You must have a strong commitment to safety your safety and the safety of those around you
Flexibility to work and travel across the district and work weekends
Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team
Trackworker or welding experience is advantageous
Frontend loader, excavator, skid steer, truck licence, or other licences / tickets are desirable

Benefits on offer:

9day fortnight
Receive penalty rates for weekends, overtime or while working away
Paid training and ongoing support to develop your skills and experience with access to internal vacancies
Strong focus on safety we 'work safe' every day to ensure everyone goes 'home safe'
Uniform, tools to perform your duties and training including Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure provided
Discounted rail travel for offduty travel on the SEQ and longdistance travel networks
Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members covering career, conflict management, nutrition and family support

Position Description

This role has been advertised externally_

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.