Test Technician

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your maintenance expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside motivated and energetic teammates and join our pivotal rail project for Victoria, X'Trapolis 2.0, steam rolls ahead. We have created a permanent Test Technician position to join our growing testing team. Based in Ballarat and reporting to Site Serial Test Manager, our Test Technicians are a close knit team working as part of a rotating roster to execute the necessary tests on our trains. Each role will have accountability for the testing primarily of the electrical components and will operate in accordance with the established procedures and guidelines. The rotating roster includes day, afternoon and night shifts.

We’ll look to you for:

• Complying with safety, attention to detail and teamwork as the core principles
• Seeking interest from individuals with experience in train testing or electrical testing in the rail/automotive/industrial or similar industry
• The beauty of these roles, is that you will be surrounded by like minded colleagues for both support, guidance and comradery and you are encouraged to seek out and suggest process improvements or ways of working that may streamline or improve outcomes. 

All about you

We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual who is passionate about problem solving. You will also have

• A Grade license
• Trade qualifications electrical 
• Railway industry experience is preferred 
• Troubleshooting experience desired 
• Team player, problem solver 
• Experience from a similar role
• The Ballarat X’Trapolis 2.0 team is committed to the ongoing development, engagement and satisfaction of our people and will be open to discuss opportunities where not every required skill is met (that is non mandatory) with anyone who has the motivation, willingness to learn and team orientation that is essential to our culture.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Stable work in your local community of Ballarat
• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers & 2 weeks for secondary carers
• Up to 2 extra days of leave (bridging leave) when Anzac Day and Australia Day fall onto a Tuesday or Thursday
• Volunteer leave
• Purchased leave
• Free rail pass for travel in Victoria
• Free gym membership
• Independent and confidential wellbeing support for you and your family
• Discounts on Car Rental, Car Sharing and IT products
• Payroll reduction for Income Protection Insurance / Salary continuance insurance
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com.

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.