Rail Operations Scheduler: Crew & Assets

Pacific National; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

Purchase leave program

Job summary

Pacific National in North Sydney is seeking a Resource Scheduling Specialist to coordinate train crews and assets within our Bulk team. You will allocate resources, update rosters and work with operations to keep freight moving, with full training and support.

You will thrive on problem solving, stay organized under time pressure and contribute to safety and efficiency. The role involves a rotating 12-hour day/night roster and a dynamic operational environment.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Clear verbal, written and digital communication skills.
• The ability and willingness to learn operational systems and rostering tools.
• The ability to stay organised in a busy, time-critical environment.
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• An interest in transport, logistics, rail operations or workforce planning.
• Ability to work a rotating roster comprising 12-hour day and night shifts.
• Previous exposure to labour planning, rostering systems or heavy industry is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and allocate train crew, wagons and locomotives in line with daily operational plans.
• Maintain and update crew rosters, responding quickly to changing operational requirements.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure the right people and assets are in the right place at the right time.
• Monitor operations, identify potential disruptions and support practical solutions to keep freight moving.
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Help ensure compliance with safety, operational and industrial requirements.

Skills

Coordination

Problem solving

Decision making

Organisation

Communication

Rostering tools

Teamwork

Adapting to change

Tools

Internal rostering systems

Job description

Pacific National in North Sydney is seeking a Resource Scheduling Specialist to coordinate train crews and assets within our Bulk team. You will allocate resources, update rosters and work with operations to keep freight moving, with full training and support.

You will thrive on problem solving, stay organized under time pressure and contribute to safety and efficiency. The role involves a rotating 12-hour day/night roster and a dynamic operational environment.