Mechanical Fitter

Req ID:497897 

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.

We have exciting opportunities available for Mechanical Fitters to join our team responsible for the delivery of the High Capacity Signalling (HCS) project in Perth, Western Australia. You will play a key role in helping keep Perths rail network safe and reliable! 

Based onsite at Nowergup, You will be diagnosing and repairing faults with tools and machinery and performing regular maintenance for multiple fleets that are operating across Perths network.

Your future role:

• Conduct various tests, e.g. Air Leak test, Bogie Swing and Sway test
• Measuring and marking out materials for fabrication
• Keeping records of operations, safety and maintenance procedures
• Setting up tools and machinery for fabrication process, including guides, stops and other controls
• Monitoring assembly process and adjusting when necessary.

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.

About you:

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: 

• Mechanical Trade Certification or Certificate III in Engineering or similar.
• Ability to be able to interpret technical diagrams & drawings.
• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team.

You'll also enjoy:
 
•    Competitive rates for Perth based positions (no fly in/fly out)
•    On-site free and secure parking available
•    13 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!
•    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!

Important to note:
 
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  

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