Rail Track Labourers | Ad Hoc Project Work
Location: Mernda, VIC
Pay Rate: $50.00 / hr + overtime rates + Allowance + Super
Roster: Monday to Friday Ad Hoc Project Work
Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (10-hour day shifts)
Work Type: Casual / Ad Hoc Project Work
Duration: December – March
About the Role
We are seeking reliable, safety-focused Rail Track Labourers for ad hoc project work and track maintenance based in Mernda, running from December through to March.
This role offers steady day-shift hours (Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Remuneration & Roster
- Hourly Rate: $50.00 per hour
- Allowances: Daily Travel Allowance + Project Site Allowance paid on top
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (10-hour shifts)
- Superannuation: Paid on all eligible hours
Key Responsibilities
- Track maintenance, sleeper renewal, rail replacement, cutting, and clipping.
- Assisting with ballast regulation, tamping support, and track leveling.
- Safe operation of standard track hand and power tools (e.g., impact wrenches, rail saws, clipping guns).
- Availability for on-call roster rotations
- Strict adherence to safe-working protocols, site safety plans, and pre-start briefings.
...Mandatory Requirements
To be considered, candidates must hold current, valid copies of:
- Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card (Active status)
- Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
- Category 3 Rail Medical (minimum requirement)
- TTSA (Track Safety Awareness / Safe Working)
- SWIRC (Safe Working in Rail Corridors)
- Valid Driver’s Licence and reliable personal transport
- Current Australian work rights