HVAC Service Technician

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec’s Transit products and services serve all types of rail transit, from high-speed trains to regional networks and metro systems. Our integrated series of components, manufactured using advanced technologies, are designed to meet our customers’ needs for safety, energy efficiency and reliability. Whether it’s improving air quality for passengers with cleaner, greener HVAC systems; providing safe, reliable braking systems or pantographs or passenger information systems; or refining accessibility with advanced door system technology, our products are designed to meet the specific needs of our customers. 

Where is the position located? Eagle Farm, Brisbane

What will your typical day look like?

• Promote, lead by example and ensure compliance of HSE & Quality practices in accordance with company policy and procedures for all field service and workshop staff, contractors and visitors;
• Ensure the execution of HVAC maintenance/repairs is in accordance with relevant work instructions, manuals and test specification;
• Ensure all work documentation packs are completed in full;
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with internal stakeholders and customer contacts;
• Key contributor to develop a weekly plan and directly responsible for the delivery of production requirements in conjunction with the Field Service Team Leader and Production Coordinator;
• Mentor and guide technicians with technical knowledge, workshop process and procedures;
• Conduct meetings i.e. visual board, production, toolbox and be responsible for ensuring the action and/or escalation of all matters/issues that arise;
• Ensure all plant, tooling and equipment is serviced, calibrated and good working order in accordance with relevant requirements;
• Promote and lead by example with continuous improvement, lean and 5S initiatives;
• Take ownership of responsibilities and actively contribute towards the achievement of business performance goals, delivery timeframes and customer satisfaction;
• Willing to work outside or beyond normal hours to support business requirements;
• Domestic or International travel may be required;
• Commitment to Quality, Safety and Environmental requirements; and
• erform other related duties as required to support business requirements.

Qualifications

What do we want to know about you? 

Essential Experience

• HVAC and Refrigeration trade qualification;
• Full ARCtick refrigerant handling license;
• Full C class driver’s license;
• Attention to detail;
• Work both independently and as part of a team;
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; and
• Good time management skills.

Desirable Experience

• Formal leadership or management qualification;
• An understanding of the rail industry framework & related technical issues that arise;
• Previous experience completing overhaul, repairs and testing of rollingstock HVAC equipment installed on Passenger or Locomotive rollingstock;
• Demonstrable application of LEAN methodologies within a production environment; and
• Currently Hold/Willing to obtain - Forklift, First Aid, Fire Warden, SARC, RIW, Work safely at height.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be required to complete a Rail CAT3 medical, 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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