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Railway Track Plant Operator

OSCA 741935·ANZSCO 721914

Employed

230

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Railway Track Plant Operator is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate IV in Rail Infrastructure, Certificate II in Shunting, and Certificate II in Rail Track Vehicle Driving.

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About this career

Operates plant to lay, align, repair and maintain railway tracks.

What they typically do

  • Inspects and assesses railway tracks to identify maintenance and repair needs
  • Operates plant machinery to lay and align railway tracks
  • Repairs and maintains railway tracks using appropriate tools and equipment
  • Monitors and adjusts track alignment to ensure safe and efficient train operations
  • Performs routine maintenance tasks on plant machinery to ensure proper functioning
  • Collaborates with other railway personnel to coordinate track maintenance activities

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
31.9%
QLD
25.4%
VIC
19.5%
WA
19.3%
SA
4.1%
TAS
0.8%
NT
0%
ACT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Railway Track Plant Operator.