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Testing Technician

Date:  Mar 26, 2025
Company:  CAF Australia
Location: 

Dubbo, AU

Testing Engineer - CAF Rail Australia - Dubbo

 

Trust in Motion.

We are currently seeking a Testing Engineer that will be directly reporting to the Testing and Commissioning Manager within the Mindyarra Maintenance Centre based in Dubbo. The role is responsible for testing trains and resolving any engineering issues that may arise during the test programme of the project. This will involve communicating with the based team and headquarters to fully understand the procedures. They will be responsible for the analysis of testing data, compiling data and presenting findings to key stakeholders and colleagues. In addition, the person in the role will lead a team of Testing and Commissioning Technicians.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

•            Develop the test programme and coordinate the activities, the different parties and the necessary resources to achieve the objectives in quality, time and cost.

•            Prepare the test methods and execute the static and track tests of all the trainsets in accordance with the validation procedures agreed in the project.

•            Analyse the test data, create test reports and present them the relevant stakeholders.

•            Manage all faults and design validation issues raised during the testing phase and work in collaboration with the relevant project experts and contractors in the analysis and resolution.

•            Ensure that all technical, process and HSE related procedures established and followed thoroughly during the entire phase.

• Lead a team of Testing Technicians.

 

ESSENTIAL

  • Possess a tertiary qualification or equivalent in an engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in prioritising and managing multiple conflicting deadlines while maintaining a keen attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information clearly and concisely.
  • The ability to provide timely, customer-focused specialist engineering advice and support.
  • Experience with office management software e.g. MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically).

 

DESIRABLE

  • Have at least 2 years’ experience in similar or related roles.
  • knowledge and understanding of rolling stock systems.
  • Knowledge of relevant Australian and international rolling stock standards.
  • Experience in testing engineering designs.
  • Highly developed problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

 

 

The successful candidate will be provided with:

  • Monday to Friday Shifts.
  • Diverse workforce.
  • Exceptional quality life in Dubbo.
  • Competitive salary.
  • High Standards and working experience on a multinational leading company.
  • Successful applicants will be required to obtain an RIW Card, which includes completing relevant training and undertaking a medical assessment prior to commencement.

 

CAF Rail Australia is committed to achieve diversity within the workforce. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to participate. If you have relevant qualifications or experience to fulfill this position and wish to join one of the world’s leaders in integrated transport solutions, click apply and submit your details with Resume.

About the Project

The NSW Government is replacing the NSW regional rail fleet of XPT, XPLORER and Endeavour trains with 29 safer, comfortable and more accessible trains for customers travelling across NSW and between, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane. For details of the project visit:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/regional-rail

 

As part of the Regional Rail project, the Mindyarra Maintenance Centre in Dubbo will receive a new talented team for train completion works (Manufacturing, Testing and Quality activities), with potential transition in the future to the Warranty & Maintenance teams.

About living in Dubbo

The Dubbo Region outshines the big cities in both affordability and liveability, with an impressive range of housing options, health and education services and little to no work commute – your quality of life is second to none. Not to mention great connectivity to main cities in Australia.

To know more visit: https://dubbo.com.au/live/life-in-the-region

 

About the company

We are a multinational group with over 100 years of experience in the supply of comprehensive transit solutions positioned at the forefront of technology for high value-added sustainable mobility.

The company is a leader of the railway industry offering one of the most comprehensive and flexible arrays of products in railway related markets, such as rolling stock, components, infrastructure, signalling and services (maintenance, refurbishing and financial services).

CAF's committed personnel and the cooperation with our business partners enable us to enhance customer satisfaction and create value for our shareholders.

Currently CAF Offices, Projects and/or Factories have presence in 20 countries within 6 Continents. In Australia CAF is expanding with projects in Canberra, Newcastle, Sydney, and Parramatta. We have a track record of developing regional areas, with our head office based on Beasain, Spain and locally in Sydney.

CAF Rail Australia has already delivered major projects in Australia, such as: Canberra Light Rail, Newcastle Light Rail, Inner West line Light Rail Sydney. Currently CAF Rail Australia are developing Regional Rail and Parramatta light rail projects with extensions of others.

We will not stop here; and are committed to seek further opportunities to provide sustainable mobility for all.

For more information:

Visit https://www.cafmobility.com

Follow us on LinkedIn: CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarril)

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