Trackworker

Overview

Manual labour for railway track maintenance across Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

• labouring
• track safety
• outdoor work
• flood repair
• emergency work
• shift work

Tasks

-Carry out labouring duties, ensuring track safety is maintained and other duties as directed by the supervisor when required -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 9-day fortnight which may consist of 7 days and 2 nights. You will be required to work weekends and public holidays depending on when your shifts fall -Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently

Requirements

• certificate iii
• excavator
• skid steer
• truck licence
• manual handling
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Uniform, tools to perform your duties and training including Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure provided -Front-end loader, excavator, skid steer, truck licence, or other licences / tickets are desirable -Recent experience in a manual handling or physical labouring role -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

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Benefits

-Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members covering career, conflict management, nutrition and family support -Strong focus on safety – we ‘work safe’ every day to ensure everyone goes ‘home safe’ -Paid training and ongoing support to develop your skills and experience with access to internal vacancies -Discounted rail travel for off-duty travel on the SEQ and long-distance travel networks -Great entry level roles into the railway! -9-day fortnight -Receive penalty rates for weekends, overtime or while working away

About Queensland Rail

-It delivers a range of services, including passenger rail transport, freight logistics, and rail infrastructure management. -Known for its reliability, serves millions of passengers annually, providing safe, efficient travel options. -It plays a key role in moving freight, particularly coal and agricultural products. -Key infrastructure projects include upgrading rail lines, stations, and signaling systems to support modernized services. -Queensland Rail also plays an essential role in the Queensland economy by providing rail solutions that support commerce and industry. -With a deep commitment to innovation, is modernizing its fleet with cutting-edge technology for sustainability and efficiency. -Its influence extends beyond transportation, contributing to regional development and improving accessibility for Queensland residents.

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Security Clearance

-pre‑employment alcohol and drug testing -psychometric assessments -pre‑employment health checks -background screenings (criminal history and credit checks)