About this opportunity
Yarra Trams requires the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Electrical fitter to perform tram maintenance and servicing tasks, ensuring the optimum availability of trams to service the Melbourne public. The role will be located at the Southbank depot and is a great opportunity for a trade qualified and experienced Electrical Fitter to actively assist our Rolling Stock Maintenance teams in performing tram servicing, fault finding and repairs, component exchange and preventative maintenance.
Reporting to the Fleet Manager, Maintenance and working on a 7 day per week rotating roster, the role involves:
- Performing maintenance tasks of a reactive and preventative nature as allocated by the supervisor;
- Identifying non base trade related faults during inspection activities and depot servicing, and advising supervisor so that appropriate resources can be allocated;
- Documenting and signing off all tasks performed in accordance with the processes described in the Management system;
- Providing advice on trade related issues as required;
About you
To be successful in this opportunity, you will have:
- Completed an apprenticeship as an electrician or other acceptable trade;
- Availability to work on a 7 day per week rotating roster, including day, afternoon, night, weekend and public holiday shifts;
- Experience in providing technical advice (Knowledge sharing) to other tradesmen;
- Experience overseeing the work of junior Staff (including apprentices);
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
- An awareness and understanding of the OH&S and environmental risks that pertain to this role;
- A current Victorian Drivers Licence;
- Previous experience in a similar rolling stock maintenance environment is advantageous.
Application close: 19 October 2023
Why Yarra Trams?
Do you want to be a part of a workplace that is based on respect, promotes diversity, and encourages inclusiveness?
If you choose to work with us, you will be joining a team of passionate professionals dedicated to the delivery and improvement of Melbourne’s biggest icon! Additionally, you will receive:
- A Free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
- Competitive salary and great conditions
- Professional Development
- Career growth opportunities
- A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Paid Parental leave and paid superannuation for primary caregivers
About Yarra Trams
Our passengers, community, people, and operations are the four foundational pillars of our organisation, which help us to continuously improve and deliver safer, better, and more efficient tram services across Melbourne.
As the proud operator of the world's largest tram network and integral part of Melbourne's transport network, Keolis Downer is committed to moving Melbourne forward by delivering solutions for better tram journeys.
We are dedicated to caring for each other, our passengers, and our communities. Yarra Trams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity across our teams. In support of our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy, we encourage candidates with a disability, of all ages and people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply
Please note, our selection process will include pre-employment checks, including police check and pre-employment medical check. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs. Additionally all workers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two doses) unless they have a legitimate and lawful exemption. Evidence of your COVID-19 digital vaccination or exemption certificate will be required.
If you would like further details about an advertised role, or if you require an adjustment in the application process please email careers@yarratrams.com.au