Mechanical Trade Assistant - Rail Industry

About Siemens Mobility

Siemens Mobility leads the way in delivering sustainable transport solutions worldwide. Integrating both physical and digital realms in rail technology, they provide a comprehensive ecosystem that connects rolling stock, infrastructure, customer service, and software to facilitate efficient, comfortable, and economically viable rail operations.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Trade Assistant, you will collaborate closely with Rail Technicians to carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance, and repairs on rolling stock, depot equipment, and various mechanical rail systems. Your duties will include assisting with both scheduled and corrective maintenance tasks, such as removing, installing, and replacing components under the supervision of licensed tradespeople.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing tools, materials, and workspaces to ensure maintenance tasks proceed safely and effectively.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery within authorized limits.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workshop, stores, equipment, and work zones.
• Document maintenance activities accurately through records, checklists, and support toolbox discussions, training, and ongoing improvement efforts.

Candidate Requirements

• Prior experience in practical workshop environments such as mechanical, automotive, mining, manufacturing, defence, heavy vehicles, or industrial sectors is highly advantageous.
• A strong commitment to safety, including adherence to work instructions, Safe Work Method Statements, workplace health and safety policies, and other procedural safeguards.
• Basic mechanical skills complemented by solid literacy and numeracy abilities, comfortable with reading technical manuals, procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• Possession of a current unrestricted driver's licence is mandatory; qualifications such as forklift operation, elevated work platforms, overhead crane handling, dogging, or first aid are desirable but not essential.

Benefits and Culture

• Flexible work schedules adaptable to your needs.
• Opportunities for career advancement both nationally and internationally.
• A supportive, inclusive, and relaxed workplace environment.
• Industry-leading parental leave benefits.
• Access to novated leasing options and employee discount programs.
• Participation in Siemens Share Options plan.

Diversity and Inclusion

Siemens embraces diversity in its workforce and actively promotes equal opportunities. The company values applications from candidates representing the variety of communities it serves, especially encouraging Indigenous and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander applicants.