Job Description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be our next Mechanical Fitter or Electrician in Newport we're looking for?

Everyone knows the sequel is always better—and that's exactly why Alstom is raising the bar with X'Trapolis 2.0. As we enter an exciting retrofit and ramp-up phase, we're growing our team and have multiple Mechanical Fitter and Electrician opportunities available at our Newport facility.

If you enjoy hands-on work, taking things apart, putting them back together better, and being part of a team that keeps Melbourne moving, this is your opportunity to work on one of Victoria's most significant rolling stock projects.

Working a 36-hour week on Day Shift (Monday to Thursday), you'll enjoy a long weekend every week while being part of a skilled and supportive team delivering critical retrofit works on the X'Trapolis fleet.

We'll look to you for

Mechanical Fitter:

• Interpret retrofit drawings, work packs, and technical documentation to complete train modification and upgrade works.
• Remove, refurbish, modify, and install mechanical components and systems as part of rolling stock retrofit programs.
• Use hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, and maintenance tools to safely remove and re-install components.
• Perform component fitment, alignment, adjustment, and reassembly in accordance with engineering and quality requirements.
• Support fault finding, testing, commissioning, and validation of retrofit installations.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and commissioning teams to deliver retrofit activities safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
• Complete quality documentation, self-inspections, and defect reporting to meet project and rail industry standards.

Electrician:

• Interpret retrofit drawings, work packs, and technical documentation to complete train modification and upgrade works.
• Remove, refurbish, modify, and install electrical components and systems as part of rolling stock retrofit programs.
• Use hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, and maintenance tools to safely remove and re-install components.
• Perform component fitment, alignment, adjustment, and reassembly in accordance with engineering and quality requirements.
• Support fault finding, testing, commissioning, and validation of retrofit installations.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and commissioning teams to deliver retrofit activities safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
• Complete quality documentation, self-inspections, and defect reporting to meet project and rail industry standards.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Trade Qualified in either Mechanical Or Electrical (Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical OR Cert III in Electrotechnology / A Grade Electrical License.
• Experience within the manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Ability to be able to interpret technical diagrams & drawings.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol.