Locomotive Driver

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 seeking a qualified Locomotive Driver to join our rail freight operations based at Junee. This is an opportunity to be part of a business that plays a critical role in connecting Australian industries and communities through safe, reliable and efficient rail transport.

At Aurizon, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where employees are valued, developed and empowered to build long-term careers.

As Australia's largest rail freight operator, we continue to invest in our operations, equipment and people as we strengthen our position across key freight markets and support the movement of essential goods throughout the country.

About the role:

In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of freight services across the rail network.

• Operation of locomotives including mainline, shunting and marshalling.
• Examine and certify trains as ready for departure.
• Work in accordance with Aurizon's 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.

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Strong commitment to safety and Aurizon’s safety strategy “I Know Safe, I Choose Safe”.
• Must be available to work a 24/7 shift roster.
• Experience working in any of the following Safe Working systems an advantage: NSW & VIC
• Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience
• A Certificate IV in Rail Operations (or equivalent)
• NSW & VIC Safe Working

What we offer you:

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.

Advertised: 21 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time