Mechanical Fitter

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Our Rail Division, previously known as Great Southern Rail (“GSR”) operates Australia’s iconic rail journeys, The Ghan, Indian Pacific, The Overland and Great Southern.

There are very few global journeys considered national treasures, but our trains are, without question, iconic Australian experiences. From the moment our guests (and potentially you!) step aboard these legendary trains, you can feel it – a spirit of adventure and a sense of something very special about to unfold.

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Tourism Australia.

About the role

An exciting role exists as part of our Maintenance function at Journey Beyond Rail. This role will be offered on a permanent basis.

Key requirements of the role include:

• Conduct mechanical tasks, including overhauls, installations, and fitting of mechanical equipment.
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and unscheduled repairs based on trade knowledge and training.
• Undertake troubleshooting and fault finding for routine vehicle issues, which may occasionally involve complex problem-solving within tight scheduling deadlines.
• Identify and rectify faults in rail carriages, encompassing carriage air brakes, bogies, undercarriage, inter-carriage equipment, and the EVAC toilet system.
• Examine and interpret drawings and specifications.

About You

• Relevant Trade Qualification
• While prior work experience in the rail/transport industry is desirable, we also encourage tradespeople with diverse industry experiences to apply for this position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication

What We Offer

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• Study Assistance Policy
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Employee Referral Policy
• Private Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
• Parental Leave Program
• Purchased Leave Policy

Apply now. Join us!