Medium Rail Plant Operator - Bendigo Ns

Medium Rail Plant Operator – Bendigo Night Shift

• Sunday – Wednesday roster, 20:00pm – 5:30am

• Job security and development opportunities within the organisation.

• Competitive hourly rate of $44 + super and 5 weeks annual leave + 20% loading.

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3000 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

Join us as a Medium Rail Plant Operator in V/Line’s Assets and Maintenance Group!

Reporting to the Track Maintenance Supervisor, you will operate medium-category trucks and machinery to help maintain the 500 kilometres of track along the Bendigo line.

In this hands-on role, you will assist in replacing track components like sleepers, rails, and ballast while prioritising safety.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Loading and unloading equipment for transportation.

• Taking full responsibility for the truck and plant ensuring maintenance and servicing are completed as required.

• Participating in the replacement of rail components like track, ballasts, and fastenings, and performing general maintenance and cleaning.

• Ensure that all operations comply with safety standards.

• Assist the team with manual labouring tasks when not operating plant and machinery.

• There will be the requirement to work overtime, stay away from home, travel to different locations and work different shifts on occasion.

About you

V/Line is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment with a strong emphasis on safety for all employees.

Our ideal candidate is reliable, has a strong team ethic, and values safety and positivity in the workplace. We are looking for someone eager to grow and develop their career.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Hold a certificate II Rail Infrastructure or be willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.

• A valid medium rigid (MR) Truck License is Essential.

• Excavator experience with the required competencies.

• Backhoe, excavator and front-end loader experience with the required competencies are desirable.

• Experience in rail or civil is advantageous.

• Demonstrated alignment to V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership, and human rights.

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.

Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.

Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.

Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.

Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at TalentSupport@vline.com.au or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards.

The recruitment and selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police) checks, CAT 1 medical assessment, and Australian entitlement to work. Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.

The remuneration for this position is $44 per hour, plus penalty rates in accordance with the V/Line Asset Management Enterprise Agreement 2023.

V/Line is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.

Applications close: Thursday, 26th March 2026