Ballast Cleaner/Mechanical Fitter

About the Company

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation. Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

About the Role

Brunel is currently recruiting for a Ballast Cleaner / Mechanical Fitter to support rail maintenance operations across the Pilbara region. This position is offered on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster, working 12-hour shifts and involves maintaining specialised track maintenance machinery in both workshop and operational environments.

• Operate, repair and maintain Ballast Cleaner and Spoil Wagon fleet equipment.
• Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on specialised track machines.
• Service and maintain Caterpillar and Deutz engines.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, including train brake systems.
• Complete conveyor belt installation, maintenance and repairs.
• Perform hydraulic fault-finding and component replacements.
• Undertake wear liner change-outs and light fabrication activities.
• Carry out electrical diagnostics on 415V, 240V and 24V systems.
• Assist with PLC diagnostics and repair activities.
• Work safely and effectively within operational and workshop environments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and reporting.
• Contribute positively to team performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster; 12-hour shifts.

About You / Requirements

• Australian recognised Mechanical Fitter trade qualification.
• Strong mechanical maintenance background.
• Experience with Plasser track machinery.
• Rail maintenance experience with sound knowledge of rail operations and practices.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• HR Driver's Licence.
• Forklift Licence.
• Working at Heights certification.
• National Rail Infrastructure qualifications.
• Experience working on specialised rail maintenance equipment.
• PLC diagnostic and troubleshooting experience.

What we offer

• FIFO 8/6 roster.
• Initial contract opportunity.
• Exposure to specialised rail maintenance equipment.
• Work within a large-scale mining and rail operation.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Mechanical Fitter with rail maintenance expertise and are looking to join a high-performing maintenance team operating within a major rail network, we encourage you to apply.

For questions, contact Sneha Poranki at p.sneha@brunel.net or +61 8 9429 5645. Closing: 24 September 2026