UGL Transport is a vertically integrated transport and rail business owned in a 50/50 joint venture with UGL Pty Ltd and the Sojitz Corporation. UGL Transport designs, manufactures and maintains rolling stock and rail infrastructure, operates and maintains transport networks, and designs, delivers, and operates train systems and critical communications. With a legacy of over 125 years beginning in Newcastle, UGL Transport has sites and businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
Join Our Mackay Workshop as a Leading Hand!
Our Mackay Workshop, based in Paget, is your ultimate destination for mine equipment and motor overhauls, fabrication, machining, and mechanical/electrical overhauls. We’re not just a workshop; we’re the driving force behind offsite services, delivering cutting-edge solutions for onsite challenges.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Leading Hand – Electrical to join our highly skilled team and take on a critical role in managing workshop operations. If you’re passionate about safety, leadership, and technical excellence — and want to work in a supportive environment with real career growth — we’d love to hear from you.
About Your Role:
· Lead and support a team of electrical tradespeople in a collaborative and safety-first environment.
· Plan and deliver projects with a focus on quality, efficiency, and innovation.
· Prepare quotes, inspection reports, and work plans to ensure smooth project execution.
· Manage resources, materials, and equipment to meet deadlines and safety standards.
· Mentor and develop team members to help them grow and succeed.
· Drive continuous improvement and contribute to a culture of innovation.
About You:
We’re looking for someone who is not only technically skilled but also a great communicator and team leader. You’ll bring:
· Experience in a Leading Hand or Foreperson role, ideally in an industrial or workshop setting.
· A strong commitment to safety and experience with risk assessments.
· Knowledge of AC/DC motor rewinds and flameproof motors (AS 3800).
· Ability to plan and manage projects, including quoting and inspections.
· A collaborative mindset and a passion for mentoring others.
Qualifications & Skills:
· Current QLD Electrical License (required)
· Relevant Trade Certificate
· Experience with industrial electric vehicle component overhauls (advantageous)
· HVNL Load Manager training (preferred)
· Proficiency in or a willingness to learn systems such as SAP.
· Sound understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
What We Offer
- Full-time employment opportunity (ongoing role)
- Competitive hourly rates
- Stable work in a growing rail sector
- Career development opportunities within a 6,000+ strong organisation
- Backing of the CIMIC Group, a global leader in engineering and construction
Why Join UGL?
At UGL, we are committed to:
- Maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive workplace
- Encouraging teamwork and collaboration
- Delivering innovative and efficient solutions
- Building trust with employees, clients, and stakeholders
If you value safety, reliability, and technical excellence, UGL is the place for you.
Important Information
⚠️ This role is not suitable for Working Holiday Visa holders (417/462) due to ongoing employment requirements.
✔️ Pre-employment checks include:
- National Police Check
- Medical assessment (including drug & alcohol screening)
Diversity & Inclusion
UGL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from:
- Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples
- People with disability
- Mature-aged workers
- Individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds
Apply Now
Join a leading name in rail and infrastructure and take the next step in your warehousing career.
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- Hand tools to tradespeople, and hold tools not immediately required;
- Perform assembly and dismantling operations, such as screwing and bolting;
- Transport tools, materials and work pieces to and from sites or workbenches;
- Clean and prepare working surfaces
- Operate grinders, jack hammers etc as instructed
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Requirements
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- 'C' Class Drivers License
- Able to perform duties, maintaining high standards in both Safety and Quality.