Plant Fitter
Queensland Rail is built on true connection. We are a large and fully integrated infrastructure business chartered with a responsibility that is pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance.
Our culture is one based on safety and performance. Learn more about Queensland Railâs purpose, people, and progress by watching our short video here.
Benefits that Count. What Queensland Rail has to offer:
- Permanent position with an industry leader
- Working the current roster on the base rate including penalties you can expect a salary of $95,000 plus 12.75% superannuation
- Travel within roster on paid work time (accommodation provided + generous daily travel allowance)
- PPE, tools, phone & shared vehicle supplied
- Get paid to upskill whilst you complete a Certificate IV Engineering
- Have the opportunity to enhance your skills further by obtaining an MR & HR driverâs license, as well as a CAT3 Driver qualification.
- We pride ourselves on our safety culture, we work safe so that everyone goes home safe.
Hours and Salary
The team work throughout the region and operate on two rosters:
- Whilst away they are on a 9 on 5 off roster - travelling Tuesday working through the weekend on penalty rates and return the following Wednesday
- Whilst working locally the team operate on a 9 day fortnight â Monday to Friday, then Monday to Thursday
- There is flexibility to switch rosters when you need
- All travel is on work time. You meet at the depot and travel together from there on paid time
Working out of our Townsville depot, your role is to maximise machine availability by efficiently maintaining, servicing, repairing and performing approved modifications on our world-class resurfacing fleet. This includes ballast regulators, tamper-liners, and other essential civil plant equipment.
We are a dedicated team of 14 skilled Plant Fitters and 1 Electrician, covering a vast and diverse area stretching from Rockhampton to Cairns, Townsville to Mt Isa, and including the Croydon to Normanton line.
In this role you will:
- Carry out effective and efficient preventative maintenance
- Practice effective troubleshooting methods to repair plant breakdowns
- Ensure all aspects of work are compliant with Queensland Railâs policies and safe work procedures
- Prepare and provide plant maintenance documentation and reports
We are looking to connect with someone who Is reliable, safety-focused individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive team. To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Mechanical Trade Certificate
- Current manual driversâ licence
- Capacity to travel and work throughout regional Queensland
We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.
Our teams are People who Count. We encourage diversity in our teams, including different genders, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religions, neurodiversity, education levels and many more aspects. No two journeys are the same, and itâs because of our differences that as a collective, we achieve great things. Please advise if you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process.
Your journey matters. Make it with us.
Thereâs never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. If you're ready to make a real impact and help shape our future, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter by 11:59pm Sunday 16th August 2026.
To learn more about this opportunity please contact [email protected]
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