Yard Operations Assistant – Rail Maintenance | Nowergup
Location : Nowergup, WA
Employment Type : Full-time
Join a world leader in rail technology and maintenance! EDI Rail Bombardier – Transportation (Maintenance) Pty Ltd is seeking a motivated Yard Operations Assistant to provide essential operational and maintenance support at our Nowergup facility. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that keeps Perth’s passenger rail network running safely and efficiently.
About the Role
In this hands-on role, you’ll support the Yard Operations Team with daily yard activities, ensuring the safe movement of railcars, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with general maintenance tasks.
Key Responsibilities :
Railcar Movements
- Drive or pilot passenger trains within the Nowergup facility (for qualified and competent staff).
- Follow all movement instructions to ensure safe operations within the yard
Yard Operations & Maintenance
Perform general yard duties including poster installation / removal, weed spraying, water bottle refilling, and housekeeping.Assist with washing, rinsing, and graffiti removal on passenger trains using appropriate cleaning products and safety equipment.Conduct pre-inspection checks on incoming trains — review driver logbooks, gather verbal reports, and inspect for service needs.Carry out minor facility or rollingstock maintenance tasks (as trained).Qualifications
Valid Class C Driver’s Licence (required for operating company vehicles or Kubota equipment).Demonstrated ability and willingness to be multi-skilled and up-skilled.Commitment to continuous learning and maintaining role-relevant competencies.About You
Safety-focused and reliableComfortable working in a hands-on, outdoor environmentAble to follow procedures and communicate clearlyWilling to learn and develop new skillsPrevious experience in a rail, transport, or maintenance yard environment will be highly regarded, but not essential — training will be provided for the right candidate.What we Offer
Ongoing training and career developmentSupportive, team-based work environmentOpportunity to work with a global rail industry leaderStrong focus on safety and employee wellbeingThis position offers a competitive hourly rate, penalties when working out of roster, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, hands-on workshop environment.
If interested in the role, please apply and a recruiter will be in contact.