We pride ourselves in offering a safe and inclusive workplace for all.
SSR partners with our customers to offer the safest and best value service in rail logistics and servicing with market leading convenience and flexibility. To achieve the highest level of rail freight safety and service SSR are committed to recruiting the right people to join our family. If you are determined to succeed, value the importance of safety, willing to live by our core values and embrace our workplace culture then SSR is the business for you.
Lithgow, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW | Full time
Due to continuous growth, we are currently looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join the team for works based out of our Lithgow Rail Workshops.
Bendigo, Bendigo, Goldfields & Macedon Ranges VIC | Full time
Due to ongoing growth we are currently looking to recruit Permanent Fully Qualified Freight Train Drivers and Experienced Assistant Drivers for work out of the Bendigo/Maryborough area.
Cootamundra, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW | Full time
We have an exciting opportunity available for career minded individuals who are passionate about Trains and the Rail Industry. Due to ongoing growth we are currently looking to recruit Entry Level Assistant Train Drivers for work out of Cootamundra. Full on the job comprehensive training and ongoing mentoring and support will be provided to successful candidates.
SSR employs dedicated Train Crew to operate services across multiple NSW and Victorian Depots.
> Train Drivers
> Assistant Train Drivers
> Driver Trainer
At SSR our Train Crew are a critical aspect of our success. We foster a culture where personal development is a key focus. We offer internal training via our own Registered Training Organisation, provide on the job coaching and mentoring, as well as career advancement opportunities. In return, this empowers our Train Crew to not only perform at their best, but to also deliver exceptional results for our customers every day.
In addition to the above mentioned roles, SSR is always on the lookout for the next generation of Train Crew. We target passionate individuals who hold safety paramount, and who want to kick start their train driving career with SSR. If you possess the below attributes and reside in the vicinity of our Depot locations, we want to hear from you!
Please note: all of our train crew are required to pass a Category 1 Safety Critical Worker Health Assessment in accordance with the National Standard for Health Assessment of Rail Safety Workers.
SSR operates two major workshops on the east coast. Our Victorian based workshop is located in Bendigo and our NSW based workshop is located in Lithgow. We also have field service maintenance teams based out of Melbourne, Cootamundra and Gunnedah.
SSR is always on the lookout for experienced Tradespeople to join the team:
> Locomotive Maintainers
> Rollingstock Maintainers
> Electricians
> Diesel Mechanics
> Fitters
> Boilermakers
> Welders
>Trade Assistants

SSR recruits tradespeople from both inside and outside of the Rail Industry. For those recruited from outside of the Rail Industry, SSR provides the required training and mentoring required to adapt current skills to the Rail Industry.
Behind the scenes SSR employs a wide variety of Business and Corporate professionals who are responsible for the smooth running of the day to day functions of the Company.
> Finance
> Administration
> Human Resources
> Information Technology
> Training
> Safety
> Compliance
> Governance
> Continuous Improvement
> Business Development
> Planning and Scheduling
> 24/7 Live Run
SSR is always on the lookout for forward thinking individuals, who are passionate about their profession and who strive to make a difference. We provide our Business and Corporate professionals with the right tools, training, and ongoing support, for them to become experts in their own roles.
If you would like to submit an expression of interest for future opportunities, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
To explore and apply for our current job opportunities please head over to our Seek page below for more information.
We look forward to hearing from you!
For more information about SSR or if you have any questions, please reach out to our team of experts who can assist you with any enquiry and provide you with the perfect solution to your requirements.
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Not necessarily. It's possible that a section of your roof is loose, or that damage occured in one place only. We'll conduct a thorough investigation before suggesting repair options.
Not necessarily. It's possible that a section of your roof is loose, or that damage occured in one place only. We'll conduct a thorough investigation before suggesting repair options.
Not necessarily. It's possible that a section of your roof is loose, or that damage occurred in one place only. We'll conduct a thorough investigation before suggesting repair options.
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