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Mechanical Fitter | Train Maintainer Claisebrook/Nowergup

RAIL MECHANICAL FITTER / TRAIN MAINTAINER

4 POSITIONS AVAILABLE | NOWERGUP & CLAISEBROOK | $64–$128/HR + APPLICABLE PENALTIES

READY TO TAKE YOUR MECHANICAL CAREER IN A NEW DIRECTION?

CrewSELECT is seeking 4 experienced Mechanical Fitters / Train Maintainers to join a leading rail maintenance organisation across their Nowergup and Claisebrook facilities.

Whether you’re a qualified Mechanical Fitter, Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Plant Mechanic or Automotive Mechanic, this is a fantastic opportunity to transition into the rail industry or further develop your maintenance career.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

1 x Mechanical Fitter – Nowergup | Temporary Day Shift

  • DS $64/hr + applicable penalties

  • NS $77/hr + applicable penalties

  • Temporary assignment until 31 December 2026

  • Monday–Friday | 6:00am–2:30pm

  • Consistent weekday hours

2 x Mechanical Fitters – Nowergup | Rotating Roster

  • $64–$128/hr + applicable penalties

  • Rotating day and night shifts

  • Transitioning to Bellevue in 2027

  • Long-term opportunity transitioning to permanent after 3 months

1 x Mechanical Fitter – Claisebrook | Rotating Roster

  • $64–$128/hr + applicable penalties

  • Rotating 8-hour day and night shifts

  • Based at Claisebrook, East Perth

  • Long-term opportunity transitioning to permanent after 3 months

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Excellent pay rates of $64–$128 per hour + applicable penalties

  • Consistent hours and structured rosters

  • Permanent full-time opportunities after 3 months for ongoing roles

  • Temporary day shift and long-term rotating roster options

  • Career development within a well-established rail organisation

  • Opportunity to transition your mechanical skills into the rail industry

ABOUT THE ROLE

Working on passenger trains (EMUs and DMUs), your responsibilities will include:

  • Scheduled preventative maintenance and servicing

  • Mechanical fault-finding, diagnostics and repairs

  • Inspections and testing of mechanical components

  • Breakdown repairs and unscheduled maintenance

  • Maintenance of mechanical and pneumatic systems

  • Working in accordance with technical manuals and safety procedures

ROSTER INFORMATION

Nowergup – Temporary Day Shift

Monday–Friday | 6:00am–2:30pm

Nowergup – Rotating Roster (2 Positions)

  • Week 1 – D1: Mon–Fri, 5:30am–2:00pm

  • Week 2 – N1: Sun 7:00pm–3:00am; Mon–Thu 9:00pm–5:00am

  • Week 3 – D2: Mon–Fri, 6:00am–2:30pm

  • Week 4 – N2: Mon–Thu 6:30pm–3:00am; Fri 6:30pm–12:30am

Claisebrook – Rotating Roster (1 Position)

Roster: N1, D, N2, D, N1, D, D

  • N1: Sun–Fri, 6:30pm–2:30am

  • D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm

  • N2: Sun 4:00pm–12:00am; Mon–Thu 6:30pm–2:30am; Fri 4:00pm–12:00am, SAT ON-CALL

  • D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm

  • N1: Mon–Fri, 6:30pm–2:30am

  • D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm

  • D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Relevant Mechanical Trade Qualification – Essential

  • Mechanical Fitters, Heavy Diesel, Plant or Automotive Mechanics encouraged

  • Current Driver’s Licence

  • Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience

  • Heavy machinery, mobile equipment or rail experience advantageous

  • Reliable, safety-focused and able to work independently

  • Available for a 1–2 week onboarding process

  • Able to pass a rail medical, including drug and alcohol testing

No rail experience? No problem! Tradespeople with transferable mechanical maintenance skills are encouraged to apply.

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