train driver jobs in Australia

About the Role:

With Aurizon now responsible for all Haulage Operations at the Murrin Murrin site in Western Australia, we’re on the lookout for skilled Off-Road Haulage MC Driver Operators to join our crew and deliver outstanding service throughout this long-term partnership.

Successful applicants will secure ongoing employment with a leading ASX top 100 company, featuring a highly competitive pay package, superannuation paid on every hour worked, five weeks of annual leave, generous site allowances, and the opportunity to collect frequent flyer points.

Working a 2 & 1 FIFO roster you will be an integral part of our off-road haulage operations, delivering efficient, reliable, and safe road operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute a variety of routine and non-routine tasks as directed by the Haulage Leader.
• Operate medium/heavy rigid/multi-combination vehicles.
• Adhere to safety and heavy vehicle operating guidelines, including loading requirements and vehicle-specific permits.
• Conduct plant and equipment inspections/pre-starts as per Aurizon policy.
• Coupling/uncoupling of trailer equipment, including connecting hoses, cables, and other connections between prime movers and trailing gear.
• Operate all vehicles and equipment in accordance with Aurizon policies and procedures.
• Perform cleaning and lower-level maintenance on plant and equipment as directed.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and collect vehicle data to support serviceability checks.
• Utilise all available competencies and licenses and be willing to obtain any additional required licenses or competencies.

About You:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• A strong commitment to Aurizon’s safety culture: “I Know Safe, I Choose Safe.”
• A current MC truck license (mandatory).
• Side Tipper experience (mandatory).
• Loader and Grader tickets (preferred but not essential).
• Basic computer skills.
• A solid work history in the transport and logistics industry.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• A demonstrated clean driving history (records/transcripts required).

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.

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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