Rail Freight Operator Trainee: Shunting & Loading

Aurizon; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring programs

Health insurance discounts

Parental leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aurizon is offering entry-level opportunities at the Cloncurry depot for a Trainee Freight Operator. You will undertake training components and learn loading, unloading, and rail operations under supervision.

This role involves day and night shifts, potential weekend work, and emphasis on safety. Applicants must hold a C Class driver's licence; forklift licence is a plus; psychometric testing and health checks apply.

Qualifications

• C Class drivers licence mandatory.
• High Risk Forklift Licence desirable.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Mechanical aptitude and good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the theoretical and practical components of the training program.
• Ensure loading/unloading of customer products is efficient and safe.
• Rectify minor faults on rollingstock.
• Conduct brake testing of trains.
• Communicate with depot personnel face to face and via two-way radio.
• Undertake shunting and marshalling of trains.

Skills

C Class Licence

Forklift Licence

Safety mindset

Communication

Job description

Aurizon is offering entry-level opportunities at the Cloncurry depot for a Trainee Freight Operator. You will undertake training components and learn loading, unloading, and rail operations under supervision.

This role involves day and night shifts, potential weekend work, and emphasis on safety. Applicants must hold a C Class driver's licence; forklift licence is a plus; psychometric testing and health checks apply.