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Rail Maintainer (Mechanical) TFLE - Temp Opportunity up to 24 Months

Sydney Trains
Department:Manufacturing
Type:ON-SITE
Region:Sidney
Location:Homebush, New South Wales, Australia
Experience:Entry level
Salary:A$83,038 - A$88,275
Skills:
MECHANICAL TRADEHEAVY ENGINEERINGMAINTENANCEFAULT FINDINGDIAGNOSTICPROBLEM SOLVINGFABRICATIONRETROFITSINSTALLATION
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Job Description

Posted on: October 26, 2025

Organisation/Entity: Sydney Trains Job category: Trades & Services Job location: Flemington, NSW, AU, 2140 Job reference number: 101584 Employment type: Fixed Term Full-Time Salary range: $1596.9-$1697.6 You see the big picture, you’ve always worked on a grand scale, and now you’re ready to re-focus on grand impact.You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.In this role, you'll:

  • Inspect, service, overhaul, and repair systems, equipment, and components on our Tangara Fleet.
  • Complete train upgrades and modifications to align our fleet with modern technology standards, including fabrication, retrofits, rework, fitting, and general installation activities.
  • Report directly to the Maintenance Shift Managers and Team Leaders, collaborating with a team of Rail Maintainers and Engineering support staff.

Sydney Trains’ Tangara fleet makes up a quarter of our suburban rail fleet. To ensure its longevity, the Tangara Fleet Life Extension project will upgrade operating systems, modernise onboard passenger information systems, and enhance accessibility features for mobility-impaired passengers. The project will also help build our future workforce capabilities, strengthen local economies and support the long-term growth of NSW’s transportation industry. You will be part of an experienced team dedicated to repairing the Tangara fleet at either the Flemington Maintenance Centre or Auburn Maintenance Centre, Sydney. For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack 1 and information pack 2. About You You have a mechanical trade qualification and relevant mechanical heavy engineering or maintenance experience as well as being an accomplished fault finder, strong communicator and lateral thinker You possess strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex mechanical issues. You have proven ability to organise and prioritise tasks, be flexible and resourceful with a high degree of initiative. You are capable of working independently or collaboratively to solve problems and complete tasks effectively. The Tangara Fleet Life Extension project will see you working on a truly high-tech project that will enhance the lives for the people of Sydney for years to come. Who We Are Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. At Sydney Trains, our rail services keep Sydney moving by putting our customers at the centre of everything we do. We work with our local communities to deliver safe, timely and efficient rail services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our trains and network are evolving to meet the needs of our customers now and well into the future. We’re continuing to integrate technological innovations that help us deliver a smarter and more sustainable network. Join us Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options. This is an in-person, on-site role. What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now! Applications close: 11:59 pm Thursday, 06 November 2025. For more information about this role, please contact SHARON.CHARLES@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series. #tccsj #TFLE2025 Job Segment: Information Systems, Engineer, Developer, Web Design, Temporary, Technology, Engineering, Creative, Contract

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