Equipment Operator Permanent - Full Time — Transport Operations & Logistics Mount Isa

Aurizon; Mount Isa City; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location allowance

Development opportunities

Ongoing training

Job summary

Aurizon's Mt Isa team is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator for a full-time permanent role. Primary focus is forklift and loader operations, with opportunities to operate heavy vehicles and gain reach stacker training.

Local residents receive an attractive hourly rate plus location allowance, with roster flexibility by agreement. A HC licence is preferred, and ongoing training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Loader operation experience and confidence around mobile plant.
• HC licence preferred and heavy vehicle experience.
• Reach stacker training/upskilling provided for right candidate.
• Good verbal and written communication and ability to complete pre-starts and reports.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate loaders as primary function to support site operations.
• Operate heavy vehicles including HC combinations as required.
• Support loading/unloading of containerised product; upskill for reach stacker.
• Complete tasks safely per Aurizon policies and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with safety, fatigue and vehicle permits.

Skills

Loader operation

Heavy vehicle operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

Aurizon’s Mt Isa team is looking for a skilled heavy equipment operator to join the team on a full-time permanent basis. The primary focus of this role will be forklift and loader operations, with the opportunity to operate heavy vehicles when required. A current HC licence is preferred and reach stacker training/upskilling will be provided for the right candidate.

• Local based residents can access an attractive hourly rate plus location allowance, with roster flexibility available by agreement.
• Full-time permanent employment with Australia’s largest rail freight operator, offering long-term stability, a safety-focused environment and ongoing development opportunities.

About the role:

• Safely operate loaders as the primary function of the role, supporting site operations across the Mount Isa area.
• Operate heavy vehicles, including HC combinations with tipping skel trailers, when required.
• Support loading and unloading of containerised product, with upskilling provided for reach stacker operations.
• Complete all tasks safely and in line with Aurizon’s policies, procedures and operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, fatigue, heavy vehicle operating guide lines, loading requirements, axle weights and adhering to vehicle specific permits.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a high degree of professionalism.
• Reporting of risks and hazards in the working environment.
• Ongoing training and development available.

About you:

• Loader operating experience and confidence working around mobile plant and heavy equipment.
• A current HC licence and heavy vehicle experience are preferred, with the ability to operate heavy vehicles when required.
• Reach stacker experience is highly regarded but not essential, as Aurizon will provide training and upskilling for the right candidate.
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to complete paperwork such as pre-starts on vehicles, defect reports and other various reporting.
• Have a strong work ethic, be reliable and punctual.
• Pass pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test.
• Supply full driving history.
• Sound knowledge of fatigue management and work diary requirements.

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 for you next opportunity.

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.

Location: Mt Isa

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

Advertised: 24 Sep 2026 Applications close: 08 Oct 2026

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