Posted: 16/07/2026
Closing Date: 17/08/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: VIC Altona
Job Category: Logistics, Supply & Transport
Company Description
SCT Logistics is Australia’s largest privately owned rail and freight logistics company, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions across road, rail, and warehousing. With over 50 years of experience, we operate a national intermodal network and offer tailored services including cold and ambient storage and specialised freight handling.
Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to safety, innovation, and creating a supportive environment where our team can grow and thrive.
Why SCT?
At SCT we offer a collaborative and inclusive work culture that is built on; Safety, Passion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork. We understand that our values enable us to better understand and serve our customers, attract top talent (like you) and innovate successfully.
Along with a competitive remuneration package we also offer:
- Development and growth opportunities
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Flexible working arrangements
- Top up of government paid parental leave for the first six weeks
- Grandparent Leave
- Novated leasing and salary packaging
- 24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite car park
- Dress for your day policy
To learn more about these initiatives please visit our Careers Page
Job Description
We are seeking a qualified Maintenance Technician to join our Rail Maintenance team based in Altona, VIC! This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining locomotives to the highest operational standards, ensuring fleet reliability, safety and availability.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform mechanical and/or electrical maintenance activities on locomotives including inspections, servicing, repairs, fault finding, testing, calibration and component replacement. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, maintain accurate maintenance records and support safe and efficient rail operations
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on locomotives
- Inspect, service, repair, test and troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical components.
- Complete maintenance documentation and accurately record data in maintenance systems.
- Deliver clear shift handovers and communicate maintenance outcomes.
- Identify opportunities to improve reliability, availability and maintenance performance.
- Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and compliance.
- Work collaboratively with operations, train crews and engineering teams.
This role is on a Monday - Friday rotating roster with 2 weeks on day shift, 1 week on afternoon shift. Overtime available on weekends at the discretion of the company.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Either Electrical, Mechanical or Dual Trade
- Ability to work autonomously and with others and foster a good team environment.
- Ability to take on challenges with lateral thinking and implement change.
- Attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Rail Safety Awareness Induction
- Forklift Licence
- Experience within the Transport / Rail industry
Other important information
- We reserve the right to commence recruitment proceedings prior to the stated closing date.
- The successful candidate will have to undertake an Australian Federal Police check and Pre-Employment Medical (for certain roles) which will be arranged and paid for by SCT.
- Recruitment companies, need not apply
SCT is an equal opportunity employer and we recognise the value and importance of diversity. We encourage all potential applicants to apply including women and those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
