Break into the Rail Industry — No Prior Rail Experience Required!
Looking to transfer your refrigeration and air conditioning trade skills into a high-growth, specialized industry?
This is your opportunity to step into the rail sector with a global leader in transit equipment. Based at our modern workshop facility in Eagle Farm, you’ll work on high-capacity HVAC systems fitted to passenger trains and locomotives. Enjoy steady workshop hours, clean working conditions, and the stability of the transport sector without the hassle of residential call-outs.
What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like:
Working alongside a collaborative workshop team, you will assemble, overhaul, repair, and test specialised HVAC systems:
- Execute repairs, overhauls, and preventative maintenance on heavy-duty locomotive and passenger rollingstock HVAC units.
- Assemble and test HVAC systems according to work instructions, manuals, and rigorous quality standards.
- Champion health, safety, and 5S/LEAN continuous improvement practices across the shop floor.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential Requirements:
- Trade Qualification: Cert III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration / HVAC Trade.
- ARCtick Refrigerant Handling Licence.
- Valid Drivers licence
- Strong troubleshooting ability, attention to detail and excellent verbal communication.
- Ability to complete a Rail CAT3 Medical, Drug & Alcohol and police check prior to commencement.
Desirable:
- Prior experience with rollingstock, heavy machinery, or transit HVAC systems.
- Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing methodologies.
- High-risk or safety tickets (Forklift, EWP, Work Safely at Heights, First Aid, RIW/SARC).
- Ambition to step into formal team leading or management in the future.
Ready to Elevate Your Trade Career?
If you are a licensed HVAC Technician looking to secure your spot in a thriving industry, apply today!
Click APPLY NOW For a confidential discussion regarding this role, contact your local Randstad Trades team today on QLDDCtradeslabour@randstad.com.au or call (07) 3640 6815
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