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newcastle, new south wales
temporary
full-time

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engineering

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Our client is a leading provider of transport maintenance services across Australia. Due to ongoing contracts, we are seeking multiple skilled Mechanical Tradespeople to be based in their Newcastle based Workshop.

What’s Involved?
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Production environment of refurbishing rolling stock for passenger trains
Machine Operating - Lathes and Borers
Build and overhaul brake systems
Strip and reassemble wheel sets from the Rail Industry
Mount and overhaul bearings
Operating a wide range of hand and power tools
Collaborating as part of a dynamic team

What We’re Looking For:

Mechanical Trade Qualification - Light Vehicle Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
Must be able to work rotating day and afternoon shift
A great attitude and willingness to learn
Forklift and Dogging ticket highly regarded
Must be able to pass a Rail Category Medical
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Excellent references to support your application

What We Offer You:

$61 - $65 per hour - casual rate
Monday - Friday, Day and Afternoon shift
15% Afternoon shift loading
Machine Specific Training provided
Ongoing work with the potential for a permanent position
Potential for further training
Based in Newcastle
Immediate start

If you’re ready to join a well-established team and take the next step in your career, please apply via the link and a Randstad consultant will be in touch.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

What’s Involved?

Production environment of refurbishing rolling stock for passenger trains
Machine Operating - Lathes and Borers
Build and overhaul brake systems
Strip and reassemble wheel sets from the Rail Industry
Mount and overhaul bearings
Operating a wide range of hand and power tools
Collaborating as part of a dynamic team

What We’re Looking For:

Mechanical Trade Qualification - Light Vehicle Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
Must be able to work rotating day and afternoon shift
A great attitude and willingness to learn
Forklift and Dogging ticket highly regarded
Must be able to pass a Rail Category Medical
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Excellent references to support your application

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What We Offer You:

$61 - $65 per hour - casual rate
Monday - Friday, Day and Afternoon shift
15% Afternoon shift loading
Machine Specific Training provided
Ongoing work with the potential for a permanent position
Potential for further training
Based in Newcastle
Immediate start

If you’re ready to join a well-established team and take the next step in your career, please apply via the link and a Randstad consultant will be in touch.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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- Mechanical Trade Qualification

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