About V/Line
V/Line's purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.
V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we're delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2700 plus committed team members who are up to the challenge.
About the role
V/Line's Maryborough region is looking for their next Rail Track Labourer to join the team supporting the maintenance (gang) team. Reporting to the Track Ganger, the role's purpose is to work as part of a team to perform maintenance tasks such as laying, aligning, repairing, and maintaining railway tracks. Track works are from Maryborough to Arat to St Arnaud, Donolly to Korong Vale, and North Ballarat to Ballarat, providing exposure to works on both freight and passenger predominantly freight lines.
Key Responsibilities:
* Operate and drive medium to heavy trucks and plant equipment.
* Perform tasks related to the renewal and maintenance of rail infrastructure.
* Participate in the replacement or renewal of track work and crossing materials (e.g., sleepers, rail, ballast, fastenings).
* Conduct manual labouring tasks, in addition to machine operation.
* Ensure the safe operation of all plant and trucks.
About you
* We are looking for a safety-conscious team player with a positive attitude. This position could be the first step to your future career with V/Line!
* Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (or willingness to obtain within 6 months).
* Safe Working Certificate 1-3.
* Heavy articulated/Multi Combination Truck Driver's License is mandatory.
* Competence with Loader/Backhoe/Excavator (12 tonnes and above) with experience from either rail, construction civil or a recycling environment is essential.
* Demonstrated alignment to V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
What we offer
* Free Myki travel allowing travel both on V/Line and metro throughout Victoria saving of up to $2,500 per year.
* Free Myki pass to immediate family when on annual leave.
* Access to discounted fitness pass.
* Employee Assistance Program for employees and their immediate family.
* Access to professional development & study assistance (eligibility applies).
* Full uniform and PPE to do your job.
How to apply
The recruitment & selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and completion of pre-employment checks including probity (police) check, medical assessment & working rights. All V/Line team members are required to maintain a valid Victorian issued Working with Children Check (Employee) for the duration of employment.
V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.
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