Technical Specialist - Locomotive Air Brakes

About the role

Wabtec Global Freight Services reports to the Technical Team Manager and provides technical advice on air brakes and systems to Rio Tinto maintenance staff and engineers for all owned locomotives on the RTIO rail network. The role supports timely servicing and overhauls, troubleshooting advice and joint investigations with the customer's reliability engineers, and is based in Dampier on a Monday to Friday schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to RTIO requests for troubleshooting, failure analysis, field modification oversight, issue feedback and engineering support.
• Provide training and assistance to customers on product maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• Track product performance metrics and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate field modifications and investigate failed components with the customer for warranty administration.
• Work with GE teams worldwide on issues, product development and training.
• Manage day-to-day ERP transactions, monitor fleet performance and communicate trends to parts ordering.
• Report project updates, performance criteria and attend customer monthly meetings.
• Develop a deep understanding of the customer's business to identify account growth opportunities.
• Achieve internal Level 1 certification training within 18 months and work safely under site isolation and risk controls.

Required profile

• Current WA electrical licence.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the rail industry, preferably on Wabtec locomotives.
• Recent experience maintaining and troubleshooting EVO and FDL locomotives.
• Ability to manage several projects at once in a fast-paced environment, with strong problem-solving, customer service and communication skills.
• Own technical decisions on site regarding product performance.
• Current working rights in Australia; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Background and criminal history check required.

Required skills

• Electrical experience is essential.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of EVO and FDL locomotives.

What we offer

• Paid birthday leave.
• Rewards and recognition program.
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank.
• Novated leasing options.
• Lifestyle discounts with Woolworths, Coles, Avis, JB Hifi and 500+ retailers.