Job Role: Rail welder (Aluminothermic) - National


Role Description

The role of Rail welder (Aluminothermic) - National encompasses the aluminothermic welding processes. The national competencies required for this role are accepted by rail transport operators. Currency requirements must also be held to work on identified rail networks. This category also includes heat & cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment. Examples of Aluminothermic welding include: 
  • Thermit (SKVF, SMWF, Head repair) 
  • RailTech (PL & AP, PLK, PLKCJ)


NOTE: If you are unsure which role applies to you, please seek clarification from the operator you propose to work with as to what role is required for your intended duties. It is the individual's responsibility to ensure that the appropriate role is held before work is carried out.

This role is included in the National Track and Civil Matrix.

Medical Requirement
  • Category 3 medical

Currency Requirement
  • ARTC/Queensland Rail/V/Line - 2 years
  • TfNSW - 1 year 

NOTE: These are to be used as a guide only. If you are unsure which currency period applies to you, please seek clarification from the operator with whom you propose to work. It is the individual's responsibility to ensure that the appropriate currency is held before work is carried out.


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