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

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What’s Involved?

Production environment of refurbishing train wheel sets
Machine Operating - Lathes and Borers
Strip / assess / rebuild brake systems
Strip and reassemble wheels & axles
Remove and re assemble bearings
Operating a wide range of hand and power tools
Collaborating as part of a dynamic team

What We’re Looking For:

Any Mechanical Trade - Light Vehicle Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Plant Mechanics
Able to work ongoing afternoon shift
A great attitude and willingness to learn
Rail maintenance experience is highly regarded, but not essential
Forklift ticket is a plus
Must be able to pass a Rail Category Medical
Strong teamwork and communication skills

What We Offer You:

$67.63 - $71.76 per hour (casual rate based on experience)
2:15 - 10:15 PM Monday - Thursday and 12 - 8 PM Friday
Machine Specific Training provided
Ongoing work with the potential for a permanent position
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 train wheel sets
Machine Operating - Lathes and Borers
Strip / assess / rebuild brake systems
Strip and reassemble wheels & axles
Remove and re assemble bearings
Operating a wide range of hand and power tools
Collaborating as part of a dynamic team

What We’re Looking For:

Any Mechanical Trade - Light Vehicle Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Plant Mechanics
Able to work ongoing afternoon shift
A great attitude and willingness to learn
Rail maintenance experience is highly regarded, but not essential
Forklift ticket is a plus
Must be able to pass a Rail Category Medical
Strong teamwork and communication skills

...

What We Offer You:

$67.63 - $71.76 per hour (casual rate based on experience)
2:15 - 10:15 PM Monday - Thursday and 12 - 8 PM Friday
Machine Specific Training provided
Ongoing work with the potential for a permanent position
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.

skills
Light Vehicle & Mechanical Trades - Rail Workshop
qualifications
- Mechanical Trade Qualification
- Forklift
education
Vocational/Professional Qualification

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newcastle, new south wales
temporary
full-time

specialism
trades & services
sub specialism
automotive trades
reference number
90M0665996_2312554108428701067

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mechanical fitters - afternoon shift
- newcastle, new south wales
- temporary
Our client is a leading provider of transport maintenance services across Australia. Due to new contracts, we are seeking multiple skilled Workshop Mechanical Fitters based in Newcastle. The successful candidates will be based on Afternoon Shift for the majority of the project, after an initial onboarding period on day shift.What’s Involved:Stripping and rebuilding mechanical underframes from the rail industry Use of precision measuring equipment (vernier
posted 7 august 2025
Our client is a leading provider of transport maintenance services across Australia. Due to new contracts, we are seeking multiple skilled Workshop Mechanical Fitters based in Newcastle. The successful candidates will be based on Afternoon Shift for the majority of the project, after an initial onboarding period on day shift.What’s Involved:Stripping and rebuilding mechanical underframes from the rail industry Use of precision measuring equipment (vernier
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