Company description:
Queensland Rail's purpose is to provide a customer-focused, safe, reliable, on-time, value for money rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with the public transport system. The organisation's vision is connecting communities through a modern, world-class rail service.
Job description:
Queensland Rail are currently working on a vast range of infrastructure projects across our business, this is an exciting time to join with great opportunities like this becoming available.
We are looking for a Survey Assistant to support our Qualified Surveyors undertake survey work within track & civil, providing quality, safe and customer focused engineering solutions across our rail network.
The team typically work a 9 day fortnight, 06:30 to 15:30, weekdays. Occasional rostered weekend work will also apply with overtime payments as per our current enterprise agreements.
Whilst majority of the work is within our Southeast Queensland rail network, there may also be requirements to travel to our Queensland regional sites.
As this role has field-based requirements, you can also expect that you will be exposed to outdoor conditions, standing and walking for long periods of time around sites, with equipment required to perform the role.
Overview of responsibilities
* Carry out accurate measuring, data recording and ground marking tasks under the direction of the Senior Surveyors/Engineering Surveyors.
* Preparation for workday activities by restocking and general maintenance of field equipment and survey vehicles.
* Ensure workspace and workshop cleanliness.
* Perform Protection Officer duties on site to ensure safe work environment.
* Perform to health, safety and environmental requirements.
About you
* Construction/rail or project construction background performing similar Assistant Surveying tasks.
* Rail Protection Officer (PO) knowledge/qualification would be advantageous but not required at the time of application as PO course eligibility will be determined through the recruitment process.
* Sound level of maintenance and minor repair of equipment.
* Ability to work within a team, collaborative and supportive approach to deliver on requirements using strong initiative.
* Strong oral and written communication skills.
For further details please view the position description here.
Please apply to Survey Assistant (8813) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Tuesday 19th November 2024.
The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.
For further details please view the position description here.
Please apply to Survey Assistant (8813) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Wednesday 27th November 2024.
The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Theresa Dickson via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Theresa Dickson with your specific enquiry on 1800 115 000 or email qrcareers@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.