Track / Rail Engineer - WA Projects
Roster: Monday - Friday

Location: Wembley Head Office & WA project sites

Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

About the role:
We're looking for a Rail / Track Engineer to join our Cat5 Rail team, supporting projects across Western Australia's major rail networks. Reporting to the Superintendent and Project Manager, this role offers the chance to work across both design and site delivery phases - providing engineering input that keeps projects moving safely, on time, and within budget.

Duties include, but are not limited;

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of track construction and maintenance projects

• Provide engineering advice to field teams to ensure work meets standards and specifications

• Conduct site inspections, verification, and quality assurance activities

• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, and technical documentation

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and contractors to coordinate project activities

• Monitor project progress and provide input on schedule, cost, and technical performance

• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and safety

• Ensure all work complies with relevant rail standards, safety systems, and environmental requirements

Skills & experience

Essential:

• Full Australian Working Rights 

• Bachelor's degree in civil or Rail Engineering (or equivalent qualification)

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in track or rail infrastructure projects

• Strong understanding of rail design principles, construction methods, and quality standards

• Demonstrated problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills

• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and track geometry

• Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card or ability to obtain

Preferred:

• Experience within the Western Australian rail industry (ARTC, PTA, Rio Tinto, or BHP networks)

• Familiarity with project management tools and rail design software

• Previous exposure to design review, track renewals, and maintenance programs

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on experience

• Permanent role with opportunities to grow your career within Cat5 Rail

• Exposure to high-profile WA rail infrastructure projects

• Supportive, down-to-earth engineering and operations teams

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Convenient Wembley head office location close to cafes and parks

About us
Cat5 Rail, is a 100% Australian-owned business providing specialist rail and infrastructure services across Western Australia. With offices in Perth, Port Hedland and Karratha, we support major clients by delivering large and small projects with quality people, one of the largest rail plant fleets in the country and a strong focus on safety and quality.

How to apply
If you're an experienced or emerging rail engineer looking for your next challenge, hit "APPLY" today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.