Freight Train Drivers jobs

Location: Jilalan (Sarina)

Remuneration/Benefit: $71k plus penalties (nights/weekends) plus super

About the role:

Our Jilalan depot is seeking an additional shunter (trainee) to join the team. This role will suit someone who is keen to commence working in the rail industry with good concentration skills and situational awareness. This role will see you involved in coordinating movements of trains within a complex and busy yard.

• Shunting and yard duties (including cleaning)
• Examine and certify trains as ready for departure.
• Work in accordance with Aurizon's safety and operational standards and procedures
• Provide excellent customer service.

About you:

You are keen to commence or continue a career in the rail industry and are interested in working around heavy equipment.

• All-encompassing focus on safety along with great people skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work a rotating shift roster including early starts, nights, weekends & public holiday.
• Superior teamwork skills
• Able to work outside for long periods of time.
• Ability to meet CAT 1 Rail Medical Assessment and other pre-offer checks.
• Current unrestricted Class C drivers’ licence

What we offer you:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.

Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
• Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon.

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.

Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers