- Seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters / Train Maintainers for rail maintenance roles.
- Positions available in Nowergup and Claisebrook with rotating rosters.
- Excellent pay rates and potential for permanent opportunities after 3 months.
RAIL MECHANICAL FITTER / TRAIN MAINTAINER
4 POSITIONS AVAILABLE | NOWERGUP & CLAISEBROOK | $64–$128/HR + APPLICABLE PENALTIES
READY TO TAKE YOUR MECHANICAL CAREER IN A NEW DIRECTION?
CrewSELECT is seeking 4 experienced Mechanical Fitters / Train Maintainers to join a leading rail maintenance organisation across their Nowergup and Claisebrook facilities.
Whether you’re a qualified Mechanical Fitter, Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Plant Mechanic or Automotive Mechanic, this is a fantastic opportunity to transition into the rail industry or further develop your maintenance career.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
1 x Mechanical Fitter – Nowergup | Temporary Day Shift
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$64/hr + applicable penalties
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Temporary assignment until31 December 2026
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Monday–Friday | 6:00am–2:30pm
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Consistent weekday hours
2 x Mechanical Fitters – Nowergup | Rotating Roster
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$64–$128/hr + applicable penalties
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Rotating day and night shifts
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Transitioning to Bellevue in 2027
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Long-term opportunity transitioning to permanent after 3 months
1 x Mechanical Fitter – Claisebrook | Rotating Roster
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$64–$128/hr + applicable penalties
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Rotating 8-hour day and night shifts
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Based at Claisebrook, East Perth
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Long-term opportunity transitioning to permanent after 3 months
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
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Excellent pay rates of $64–$128 per hour + applicable penalties
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Consistent hours and structured rosters
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Permanent full-time opportunities after 3 months for ongoing roles
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Temporary day shift and long-term rotating roster options
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Career development within a well-established rail organisation
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Opportunity to transition your mechanical skills into the rail industry
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working on passenger trains (EMUs and DMUs), your responsibilities will include:
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Scheduled preventative maintenance and servicing
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Mechanical fault-finding, diagnostics and repairs
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Inspections and testing of mechanical components
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Breakdown repairs and unscheduled maintenance
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Maintenance of mechanical and pneumatic systems
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Working in accordance with technical manuals and safety procedures
ROSTER INFORMATION
Nowergup – Temporary Day Shift
Monday–Friday | 6:00am–2:30pm
Nowergup – Rotating Roster (2 Positions)
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Week 1 – D1: Mon–Fri, 5:30am–2:00pm
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Week 2 – N1: Sun 7:00pm–3:00am; Mon–Thu 9:00pm–5:00am
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Week 3 – D2: Mon–Fri, 6:00am–2:30pm
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Week 4 – N2: Mon–Thu 6:30pm–3:00am; Fri 6:30pm–12:30am
Claisebrook – Rotating Roster (1 Position)
Roster: N1, D, N2, D, N1, D, D
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N1: Sun–Fri, 6:30pm–2:30am
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D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm
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N2: Sun 4:00pm–12:00am; Mon–Thu 6:30pm–2:30am; Fri 4:00pm–12:00am
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D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm
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N1 (later rotation): Mon–Fri, 6:30pm–2:30am
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D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm
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D: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
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Relevant Mechanical Trade Qualification – Essential
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Mechanical Fitters, Heavy Diesel, Plant or Automotive Mechanics encouraged
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Current Driver’s Licence
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Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience
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Heavy machinery, mobile equipment or rail experience advantageous
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Reliable, safety-focused and able to work independently
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Available for a 1–2 week onboarding process
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Able to pass a rail medical, including drug and alcohol testing
No rail experience? No problem! Tradespeople with transferable mechanical maintenance skills are encouraged to apply.
READY TO GET YOUR CAREER ON TRACK?
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