Ding! Ding! Trams are the heart of Melbourne – join our team and be part of the world’s largest tram network.

Reporting to the Overhead Supervisor, the role involves:

• Participate in ensuring overhead maintenance and renewal tasks are completed in a timely manner;
• Providing reports on overhead maintenance and ensuring documentation is clear and accurate;
• Ensuring tram traction overhead network is maintained in a timely, efficient & cost effective manner;
• Participating in fault investigation and analysis with overhead staff;
• Participate in ensuring maintenance programs minimise disruption to tram operations;
• Ensuring all aspects of employee and public safety is maintained and all safety regulations are complied with;
• Monitoring on site electrical permits and ensuring the safety of people working near electrical assets;
• Availability and willingness to work shift work, including weekends and Public Holidays, including reasonable overtime for planned works or emergencies

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in ESI – Rail Traction or Distribution;
• A strong background in the maintenance and construction of overhead electrical assets;
• Demonstrable experience in traction or distribution overhead maintenance and construction;
• Knowledge of Road Safety (Traffic) Regulations and road and traffic design standards particularly relating to tram operations;
• A sound understanding of relevant Operational Rules and Procedures, Personnel Policies and Practices, Awards, Transport Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Act and other relevant legislation;
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence