RECRUITING FOR – Overhead Traction Linespeople

• AVP 3.1 – 4.1 ($1,296.45 - $1,518.15) plus superannuation plus allowances and overtime
• Several permanent full-time positions available
• Various locations across Sydney and regional NSW with a particular focus on Sydenham, Clyde and Glenfield.

About us 

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.

About the Team

Network Maintenance is one of seven divisions within the Engineering and Maintenance directorate. Our work is vital to keeping Sydney moving as we deliver routine maintenance on the railway civil, signal, electrical and control system assets on the metropolitan passenger network, and co-ordinate infrastructure incident response.

Our passionate and dedicated team within our overall Maintenance team looks after safety inspections, routine asset maintenance, incident response and defect removal across our large and complex railway network. With major investments into cutting-edge technology and network improvements, we are constantly working hard to deliver safer, more efficient journeys for the people of NSW- and we’re excited for what the future has in store.

The Opportunity

Are you a skilled tradesperson looking for an exciting opportunity to learn new skills, gain further qualifications and progress your career as part of a dynamic and supportive team?

Are you looking for a permanent full-time career opportunity within the rail network involved in the delivery of installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead traction power equipment critical to keeping Sydney moving?

If the answer is yes, then we here, at Sydney Trains, have a fantastic opportunity for you within our Network Maintenance team!

As an Overhead Traction Linesperson, you will ensure the safe and reliable operation of the Electrical 1500Vdc and high and low voltage AC aerial lines. You’ll carry out both major periodic and regular routine maintenance, inspections, and corrective works. 

Working with Sydney Trains’ Network Maintenance Division provides opportunities for career progression with skills development in national trades and leadership development for our future leaders, a diverse range of leave entitlements, flexible working opportunities, provision of all safety uniform requirements, public transport travel pass, access to our network of fitness centres under our Fitness Passport scheme and health and well being support through our frontline focussed Foundations in Health Program.

About You

You are a skilled tradesperson with qualifications such as Cert III in Distribution Overhead or ESI Rail Traction. In addition, you hold a current full NSW Class C driver’s licence and feel at home driving a 4WD or ute.

This is a shift-based role with night shift, weekend work, overtime and on-call shifts and some living away from home required.

Please Note: All successful applicants will be required to pass a Category 1 Medical and a Criminal History Check.

Salary and benefits

AVP 3.1 – 4.1 ($1,296.45 - $1,518.15) per week plus superannuation, allowances, shift penalties and overtime.