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Mechanical Rollingstock Maintainer (Wagons) Permanent - Full Time -- Trades ForrestfieldAurizon • Perth, WA, AU
Mechanical Rollingstock Maintainer (Wagons) Permanent - Full Time -- Trades Forrestfield

Mechanical Rollingstock Maintainer (Wagons) Permanent - Full Time -- Trades Forrestfield

Aurizon • Perth, WA, AU
10 days ago
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Job Description

Mechanical Rollingstock Maintainer (Wagons)

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This is a permanent, residential role based in Forrestfield — not FIFO.
\n You'll be home every night, working steady hours with strong pay under an Enterprise Agreement.

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Roster – 3‐week rotating (with ADOs):

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  • Week 1: Monday to Saturday – 0600 to 1400
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  • Week 2: Monday to Friday – 0600 to 1400
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  • Week 3: Monday to Friday – 1400 to 2200
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  • Accrued Day Off: One paid day off every four weeks (ADO)
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Trade Hourly pay (EA rates):

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  • Current: $51.35 per hour + penalties (Entry level with potential to increase to $56.24 per hour within 12 months)
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  • Saturday and afternoon shift penalties apply
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  • Average earnings + $130,000 p.a plus super
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None Trade Hourly pay (EA rates):

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  • Current: $36.15 per hour + penalties (Entry level with potential to increase to $45.46 per hour within 12 months)
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  • Saturday and afternoon shift penalties apply
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  • Average earnings + $110,000 p.a plus super
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This role offers excellent pay without the FIFO lifestyle and long‐term security with Australia's largest rail freight operator.

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About the Role

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We're looking for a Mechanical Tradesperson or None Trade Mechanically minded individuals to join the Forrestfield Rollingstock Maintenance team.
\n This role suits tradespeople who want stable work, good money, and to stay local.

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You'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing rollingstock (Wagons) to keep freight moving safely and reliably across WA.

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Key responsibilities include:

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  • Mechanical servicing, maintenance and fault repairs on rollingstock (Wagons)
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  • Inspections and identification of defects
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  • Ensuring work is completed to safety and technical standards
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  • Recording maintenance activities and completed work
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  • Supporting other WA depots as required under the EA
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Full training on rail‐specific systems will be provided if you don't already have rail experience.

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About You

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You'll need:

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  • Mechanical Trade Certificate (desirable)
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  • Strong commitment to safety
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  • Ability to interpret technical instructions and drawings
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  • Additional licences such as HR or Forklift are advantageous, not mandatory.
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Pre‐employment rail medical and drug & alcohol screening apply.

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What We Offer You

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  • Residential role – home every night
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  • Strong hourly pay with EA protection
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  • Predictable roster and work‐life balance
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  • Training and development opportunities
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  • Career pathways across Aurizon's national network
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  • Paid parental leave and super booster
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  • Discounts on health insurance, travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands
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  • Secure, permanent employment
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About Aurizon

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Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we move more than 250 million tonnes of freight nationwide — supporting industries, communities and the Australian economy.

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We offer long‐term careers, not short‐term contracts, in a business that values safety, reliability and its people.

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To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers

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Advertised: 10 Sep 2026 Applications close: 25 Sep 2026

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