Freight Locomotive Driver - 24/7 Shifts & Growth

PageUp People Limited; Junee; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Mentoring programs

Discounts on health, travel, gyms and.

Parental leave program

Job summary

Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator, based at Junee in New South Wales. We are seeking a qualified Locomotive Driver to operate freight services safely across the network and contribute to on-time performance.

In this role you will manage mainline, shunting and marshalling locomotives, certify trains for departure and uphold safety standards, while delivering high-quality customer service to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience.
• Strong commitment to safety and Aurizon’s safety strategy.
• Able to work a 24/7 shift roster.
• Experience with NSW & VIC Safe Working procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operation of locomotives including mainline, shunting and marshalling.
• Examine and certify trains as ready for departure.
• Work in accordance with safety and operational standards and procedures.
• Maintain a high level of on-time running.
• Prepare and conduct brake testing on locomotives.
• Provide high quality customer service to enable Aurizon to meet its set business objectives.

Skills

Locomotive driving experience

Safety mindset

Customer service

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Operations (or equivalent)

Job description

Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator, based at Junee in New South Wales. We are seeking a qualified Locomotive Driver to operate freight services safely across the network and contribute to on-time performance.

In this role you will manage mainline, shunting and marshalling locomotives, certify trains for departure and uphold safety standards, while delivering high-quality customer service to meet business objectives.