Title:  Signal Technician L1

About John Holland:

At John Holland, our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do.  

We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day. 

That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way. 

Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good. 

About The Role:

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of works, we are seeking an experienced and qualified Signalling Technician to join our busy WA Rail Signalling & Communications team.

This role is based in Perth, working primarily on the Public Transport Authority (PTA) network, with occasional travel to the Pilbara to support major shutdown works.

The role will predominantly involve night shift work, with occasional weekend work as required.

Applicants must hold a Certificate IV in Railway Signalling.

This is a full-time position within a highly skilled and hardworking team of rail professionals, offering the opportunity to become an integral, long‑term member of our organisation.

While the position is Perth-based, periodic FIFO travel to the Pilbara will be required for major possessions and shutdown activities. All FIFO travel will be from Perth (point of hire).

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Removal and replacement of track circuit equipment
• Removal and refit of axle counter wheel sensors (optional: axle counter resets)
• Removal and refit of Automatic Train Protection (ATP) transponders
• Boom gate Disablement and Reinstatement
• Test & Commissioning of Points, Tracks & Signals
• Assisting with the Test & Commissioning of Interlockings and Level Crossings

About You:

You may hold the following relevant tickets/licenses and qualifications:

• Cert IV in Rail Signalling is essential     
• Supervised Worker (SW) track access accreditation at a minimum.
• WA Electricians Licence or WA Electrical Fitters Licence
• 5 years rail signalling maintenance or installation experience using a detailed CV/Resume with referees OR Hold either the UEE41220 Certificate IV in Electrical – Rail Signalling or UEE41223 Certificate IV in Rail Signalling.
• Construction Induction Card
• Rail Industry Worker Card
• Strong understanding and focus for safety.
• Ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

As Part Of The Team, You Can Help Transform Lives.

Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice.

We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we understand that different perspectives and ideas are critical to our long-term success.

We want you to be with us for the long term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority. 

 What’s In It For You:

As part of the team, you help us deliver on our promise to transform lives.

Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. 

We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success.

We’ll do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start.

We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

What We Offer:

Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.

Inclusion, diversity, and equality is part of how we work. We want everyone at John Holland to feel that they belong – that’s why we’re working hard every day to foster a more inclusive culture, backed by a business-wide inclusion strategy to bring about meaningful change. We’ve also got active employee resource groups that support our commitments including those around gender equality and reconciliation.