Trade Assistant
Apply now »Date: 17 Sep 2024
Location: Wulkuraka, QLD, AU
Company: Alstom
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, 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 technical skills in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll report to the Senior Superintendent, and work alongside a close-knit team of service/maintenance professionals who play a critical role in the maintenance for the NGR Train Fleet, based at Wulkuraka. You will assist the Service Maintainers in the bogie workshop with all aspects of the strip down and rebuild of bogies as part of the re-wheel program and future overhauls. this includes the exchange of brake discs, callipers, and traction motors, as well as other ancillary components.
We’ll look to you for:
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Assisting in the rebuild of bogies, including includes the exchange of brake discs, callipers, and traction motors, as well as other ancillary components.
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Material handling including the operation of the crane and forklift to assist with move bogies and wheelsets.
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Recording of incoming and outgoing parts and components.
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General upkeep and tidying of the workshop.
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Assisting the Service Maintainers with ad-hoc tasks as required.
All 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:
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The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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A team player, who is willing to help where required.
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The ability to participate in a rotating shift roster.
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Experience in a similar role supporting Trades, ideally within heavy industry.
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A valid Forklift Licence is preferred but not essential.
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:
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Play a critical role in supporting the safe operation of trains for QLD.
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Have the opportunity to develop your career in global industry leader.
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Receive 18 weeks paid parental leave.
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Have access to a free corporate gym membership.
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Receive free salary continuity insurance.
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Be eligible for additional leave days.
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Have free access to Alstom University (1000’s of courses and learning material).
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.