Assembly Technician

Company Description

What are we offering you?

• Training commensurate with experience
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Birthday Leave
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank
• Novated Leasing options
• Lifestyle discounts with Woolworths, Coles, Avis, JB Hifi and 1000+ other retailers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Dellner Couplers Australia, a Wabtec company was established in 2010 and has since become the market leader in OEM and non-OEM coupler overhauls and new coupler sales across Australia.

Our small, dedicated team is committed to delivering exceptional service to customers throughout Australia and New Zealand. Operating from our specialist workshop, we overhaul, repair and service existing couplers, as well as install and support new coupler systems for passenger and freight rail operators. As an Assembly Technician, you will work closely with experienced technicians, team leaders and operations personnel in a collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Where is the position located?

New Gisborne, Victoria

How will you make a difference? 

The Assembly Technician is responsible for the assembly, testing, repair, overhaul, and documentation of Train Connection System (TCS) products, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards to meet customer and delivery expectations.

What will your typical day look like?

• Perform electro-mechanical assembly of TCS products in accordance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Conduct pre-delivery testing and complete all required documentation.
• Record product and repair information accurately within company systems.
• Repair, overhaul, clean and refurbish TCS products in line with customer requirements and established procedures.
• Maintain accurate time and production records in the ERP system.
• Support receiving, shipping, inspection and picking activities as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment in accordance with 5S principles.
• Collaborate with colleagues across functions to achieve operational objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Actively identify, report and mitigate workplace health and safety risks.

Qualifications

What do we want to know about you?

Essential

• Relevant trade qualification or experience in mechanical, electrical or electro-mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
• Basic computer skills and experience completing documentation.

Desirable

• Experience in rail, manufacturing, maintenance or service workshop environments.
• Experience with testing, fault finding or equipment overhaul.
• Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement principles.
• Forklift licence or willingness to obtain one.

Additional Information

Applicants must have current working rights in Australia/Singapore/South Korea/Hong Kong. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates will be required to complete background and criminal history check.

We thank all applicants for their interest; each application will receive a response.

We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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