Test Technician Validation

Job Description

Date: 24 Jan 2025 Location: Perth, WA, AU Company: Alstom Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide. An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply. We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: We have been awarded a contract to deliver for Western Australia’s $1.6 billion Railcar Program. As part of the project we will design, manufacture and maintain 246 new railcars needed for METRONET projects and the replacement of the A-series trains. We will also deliver 6 DMU railcars to replace the Australind service between Perth and Bunbury. We are currently seeking a Test Technician for executing Train level validation activities in accordance with company internal rules, project needs and our clients contract requirements. The Test Technician will carry out type, validation, or investigation tests and support all testing activities at Train Level. You will prepare everything related to the test itself (external instrumentation, train configuration ...). These roles define and implement the most appropriate means of testing, develop test operating modes and analyse test results. Key Responsibilities include: Preparing the tests and equipment for testing, for timely execution of the test program. Participating in the design and the development of the tools necessary for performing the tests. Implementing, verifying (functional), and ensuring compliance (calibration) of the measuring equipment in time for testing. Validating that the applied configuration and prerequisite testing allows the testing to proceed. Consistent application of EHS rules, particularly implementing LockOut-TagOut instructions. Supervising test activities and analysing the live test results. Manage the data analysis of test results, by writing static and dynamic test reports. Qualifications, Skills and Experience required include: Qualification in Electrical or Industrial Systems OR Electrical Trade certificate. A Grade Electrical Licence. Preferred experience in rail, including testing/validation of rolling stock and its subsystems. Experience in defining, creating and maintaining test benches. Be flexible, adaptable and innovative - adapt to new ideas and environments; and able to work flexible shifts. Employee Benefits: Competitive rates for Perth based position. Day, Afternoon and Night Shift rosters. Based from Claisebrook. Fixed Term roles in Validation, ongoing opportunities across maintenance, production or Validation across Australia. Competitive hourly rate and afternoon & night allowances. Work on the railcar program (replacement of Australind trainsets) with METRONET from the beginning. Global company with ongoing Learning & Development. 18 weeks parental leave for primary careers & 2 weeks for secondary careers. Up to 2 extra days of leave (bridging leave) when Anzac Day and Australia Day fall onto a Tuesday or Thursday. Independent and confidential wellbeing support for you and your family. Discounts on Car Rental, Car Sharing, IT products and gym membership. Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Equal opportunity statement: Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr