Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician

Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician (SMT)

Location: Mildura

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Reports to: Signal Supervisor

Salary: $55.2095 per hour + superannuation

Working rights: You must have Australian entitlement to work. A check will be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

Closing Date: Tuesday 29th July 2025

Being an SMT Trainee at V/Line brings:

A stable and rewarding career: Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression and professional development.

Excellent pay and benefits: Competitive hourly rate of $55.2095 plus superannuation, supportive roster, and a free Myki pass for metropolitan and regional travel.

Work with purpose: Help connect Victorians safely and reliably across the state.

What we do

V/Line connects Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. With over 3,700 weekly services, millions rely on us to reach jobs, education, family, and friends. Our team of 3,100+ people is growing to meet the challenge of delivering more services, trains, and major projects.

About the role

As a Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician, you will help keep Victoria’s transport network safe and reliable. You will work under supervision to perform maintenance and installation tasks with precision and care.

Key responsibilities:

Assist with maintaining and installing signalling equipment

Complete scheduled maintenance tasks from the technical plan

Enter task-completion reports into our maintenance system

Attend and rectify equipment faults at multiple locations

Use service schedules to guide maintenance activities

A little about you

While we provide extensive training, you’ll need:

Certificate III in Electrotechnology or a Victorian A Grade Licence

A current and full driver's licence

Problem-solving motivation

Commitment to safety and teamwork

Desire to learn and grow your career at V/Line

A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

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

Why V/Line

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.

Remuneration for this position will be in line with the V/Line Rail Asset Management Enterprise Agreement 2023.

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 or 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.

We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world’s oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners’ lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.

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