Mainline Locomotive Driver | 24/7 Freight Ops

Pacific National; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated Leasing

Fitness Passport

Purchase leave program

Access to EAP program

Job summary

Pacific National, Australia’s largest private rail freight operator, invites applications for a Mainline Locomotive Driver based at our Melbourne Freight Terminal. You’ll deliver freight safely and on time, reporting to the Supervisor and working across intermodal operations.

You’ll liaise with Train Control, prepare and provision locomotives, perform checks and documentation, and carry out first-level servicing. A strong safety ethos and autonomous work style are essential.

Qualifications

• Accredited Locomotive Driver with a Certificate IV in Train Driving.
• Proven locomotive driving experience and strong safety culture.
• Ability to work autonomously within a 24/7 roster.

Responsibilities

• Operate Pacific National locomotives in compliance with safety regulations.
• Liaise with Train Control to ensure schedule adherence.
• Prepare locomotives and perform system checks and documentation.
• Conduct minor maintenance and first-level servicing.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Skills

Safety culture

Teamwork

Autonomy

Communication

Computer literacy

Licensing compliance

Education

Certificate IV in Train Driving

Job description

Pacific National, Australia’s largest private rail freight operator, invites applications for a Mainline Locomotive Driver based at our Melbourne Freight Terminal. You’ll deliver freight safely and on time, reporting to the Supervisor and working across intermodal operations.

You’ll liaise with Train Control, prepare and provision locomotives, perform checks and documentation, and carry out first-level servicing. A strong safety ethos and autonomous work style are essential.