Driver Trainer

PageUp People Limited; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Mentoring programs

Health insurance discounts

Personal travel discounts

Gym discounts

Parental Leave Program

Super Booster

Job summary

Aurizon is seeking a dedicated Driver Trainer to join our Mackay depot. Be instrumental in the success of Australia’s largest rail freight operator and perform an integral role to contribute to the continued success of our business.

This role will provide mentoring and coaching to Trainee and Qualified Locomotive Drivers within competency-based frameworks to safely drive a train to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations) is mandatory.
• Valid C class driver's licence is mandatory.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is well regarded.
• QLD Safe Working System qualifications preferred.
• Ability to train and give clear instructions with good communication.
• Strong organisational skills and confidentiality of training materials.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach trainee and qualified locomotive drivers to competency standards.
• Deliver training plans, assessments, and records for operations and maintenance staff.
• Lead competence acquisition and fair assessments while maintaining high safety standards.
• Plan and organise competency and learning programs to meet requirements.
• Maintain training records and relevant documentation.

Skills

Teaching / coaching

Communication skills

Instructional ability

Teamwork

Confidentiality

MS Office basics

C class driver's licence

Education

Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

QLD Safe Working System qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Number: 47890-616158 Work type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Mackay Categories: Transport Operations & Logistics, Train Driver

Location: Mackay

• Coach, train and mentor
• Drive safety performance
• Supportive team culture

About the role:

Aurizon is seeking a dedicated Driver Trainer to join our Mackay depot. Be instrumental in the in the success of Australia’s largest rail freight operator and perform an integral role to contribute to the continued success of our business. This role will see you provide mentoring and coaching to both Trainee & Qualified Locomotive Drivers within competency-based frameworks to safely drive a train to meet business objectives.

• Facilitate and lead the acquisition of competence to requiredstandards by motivating, instructing, mentoring, coaching andassessing personnel.
• Commit to creating a supportive relationship with the traineedrivers and maintainers to support the training program objectives.
• Instruct and coach personnel in train and maintenance management competencies,procedures and route competencies to high standards.
• Deliver and maintain training and assessment plans, required reports,learning documents, logbooks and check sheets for operations and maintenance staff.
• Perform valid and fair assessments of personnel to high safetystandards whilst utilising a range of upskilling methods to ensurecompetencies are maintained.
• Plan and organise competency and learning programs to meet operationalrequirements which are effective methods of assessment andmaintenance of competence.
• Perform administrative duties including maintenance of required filesand training records.
• Work in accordance with relevant Enterprise Agreements and otherindustrial agreements relevant to the position.
• Download, analyse and deliver train handling records to Rail Traffic Crew

About you:

You are a natural teacher who has an encouraging and calm approach. You will be a self-starter who, possesses the ability to give constructive advice.

• A Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)- mandatory
• Hold a valid 'C' class driver's licence- mandatory
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (well regarded)
• QLD Safe working System qualifications
• Route knowledge preferred
• Ability to train and give clear instructions
• Great communication skills, both verbally and written
• Ability to work in teams effectively to achieve goals
• Good organisational skills, including the ability to keep accurate records.
• Maintain strict confidentiality with training materials, assessment content, and participant records.
• Basic level of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

What we can offer you:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees to reach their full potential. With a National portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with long term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities
• Access to female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mentoring programs
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands
• Parental Leave Program and Super Booster

At Aurizon we believe in connection

It is our ability to connect that strengthens communities, industries and builds economies. It helps to embrace diversity in our workplace and that is the experience we want for everyone. We are building a culture where everyone is seen, heard and valued, because of their diversity. We value inclusion throughout the whole company and encourage you to apply.

About Aurizon

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

We strive for a diverse, collaborative, creative and a high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic work environment.

Advertised: 30 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2026 E. Australia Standard Time