Rail and Resource Crew Members

Love hands-on work

Comfortable rolling up your sleeves wherever needed

Want to be part of living history and something genuinely special

About Zig Zag Railway

Zig Zag Railway is a much-loved heritage tourist railway located near Lithgow approximately 90 minutes from western Sydney. Operated by a not-for-profit cooperative the railway is powered by a dedicated community of volunteers and paid staff who work side by side to preserve history operate safely and deliver memorable visitor experiences.

At Zig Zag Railway paid employees and volunteers are one team. Paid roles exist to provide continuity and support not hierarchy. Everyone regardless of title or qualification level is expected to contribute wherever needed to keep the railway operating safely and smoothly. Respect humility teamwork and shared purpose are core to how we work every day.

About the Role

Zig Zag Railway is seeking a number of casual Rail and Resources Crew Members to join our operations team in a hands-on multi-skilled role supporting the safe professional and welcoming operation of the railway.

This role provides flexible operational support across rail operations (within qualifications) and general railway activities. All operational staff are expected to perform a wide range of duties and crew members may be rostered into any operational role they are qualified for. This everyone does everything approach is essential to how Zig Zag Railway operates.

Hours of work are flexible and include weekend work.

What Youll Be Doing

• Perform rail safety work in line with current qualifications (e.g. Signaller Guard Fireman Driver)
• Participate in shared operational rosters including foundational roles as required
• Assist with train preparation servicing and shutdown
• Support safe compliant and professional rail operations

• Work collaboratively with volunteers staff and management
• Contribute to a positive respectful and inclusive workplace culture

• Help deliver safe reliable and welcoming experiences for passengers
• Represent Zig Zag Railway professionally with visitors partners regulators and the local community

Youll Need:

• Relevant qualifications such as Certificate IV in Train Driving Certificate III in Guarding or Heritage Locomotive Assistance or a Zig Zag Railway Rail Safety Worker qualification (minimum Signaller) and recent rail industry experience
• Willingness to perform any operational role you are qualified for including basic or supporting duties
• Ability to complete a Category 2 Rail Medical and Drug & Alcohol testing
• Strong teamwork skills and a practical flexible mindset
• Availability for weekends public holidays and event days
• Confidence communicating calmly under pressure
• Physical capability to work safely in an outdoor hands-on environment
• Commitment to ongoing training and skill development

Why Join Us

• Be part of a passionate purpose-driven organisation
• Work in a truly unique heritage rail environment
• Join a team where everyone contributes and no one is above the work
• Access clear competency-based pathways for rail operational progression
• Work alongside a dedicated volunteer community in a respectful collaborative culture

If youre someone who values teamwork providing customers with an exceptional experience and youre excited by hands-on rail operations in a heritage environment wed love to hear from you.