Rail Welder

About Laing ORourke

Laing ORourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing ORourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing ORourke owns one of Australias largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. Thats the #powerofexperience.

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced and committed Rail Welder to join our Rail Operations team in the Hunter Valley, NSW.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a privately-owned, Tier 1 construction company with a strong presence in international engineering. With ongoing infrastructure projects and long-term career prospects, this role is ideal for those looking to take the next step in their rail career.

Key responsibilities

Rail-specific duties may include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring welding duties meets required standards
• Determining the method and sequence of welding operations
• Preparing rail to repair and maintain rail tracks
• Complete required documentation such as welding and adjustment returns

About you

• ARTC Heat & cut materials using Oxy - LPG equipment for the rail industry certification.
• Current Thermit Welding Certificate, or equivalent.
• Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process.
• Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure.
• Hold a valid Construction Induction (White Card) & Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card.
• Valid Drivers Licence Class ‘C or ‘HR.
• Ability to pass a CAT3 medical, comprehensive functional and Drug & Alcohol Screening.
• Hold a current Sydney Trains CON number (desirable). 

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing ORourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing ORourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Information :

• Company : Laing O'Rourke
• Position : Rail Welder
• Location : Telarah NSW
• Country : AU