Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator)

Aurizon; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Mentoring programs

Health insurance discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Aurizon in Alice Springs is seeking a Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator) to coordinate loading and unloading of trains at terminals and sidings, ensuring safety and documentation accuracy.

You will operate forklifts and reach stackers, perform inspections, update the Transport Management System, induct visitors, and work with a team to optimise resource planning and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Forklift and reach stacker licences/experience preferred; training provided.
• Proactive with willingness to learn Aurizon’s operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail for safety and quality documentation.
• Must meet rail medical standard and pass a driver history check.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and reach stackers to move containers and load/unload trains.
• Use terminal equipment such as scissor lifts and boom lifts.
• Forward-plan terminal service requirements for scheduled trains, including basic marshalling.
• Conduct train and equipment inspections and ensure all transport documentation is complete and accurate.
• Update the Transport Management System and manage customer trucks at the gate.
• Induct customers and contractors entering the terminal.
• Collaborate in a team to improve resource planning and operational efficiency.

Skills

Forklift licence

Reach stacker

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Rail medical

Driver history check

Tools

Scissor lift

Boom lift

Job description

As a Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator) in Alice Springs, you will play a key role in coordinating, planning, and executing the loading and unloading of trains within terminals and sidings. This includes ensuring compliance with safe-working and operational procedures, managing freight and operational documentation, and prioritising the health, safety, and wellbeing of yourself and your colleagues.

Location allowance applies for Alice Springs, with further details to be discussed during the recruitment process.

Key responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts and reach stackers to move containers and load/unload trains as required.
• Use terminal equipment such as scissor lifts and boom lifts.
• Forward-plan terminal service requirements for scheduled trains, including conducting basic marshalling activities.
• Conduct train and equipment inspections and ensure all road and rail transit documentation is complete and accurate.
• Update the Transport Management System and manage the processing of customer trucks at the gate.
• Induct customers and contractors entering the terminal.
• Collaborate effectively in a team environment, sharing ideas to improve resource planning and operational efficiency.

About you:

• Forklift and Reach Stacker licences/experience preferred (training provided for the right applicant).
• Proactive with a willingness to learn about Aurizon’s operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail, particularly when handling safety and quality documentation.
• Ability to meet the required rail medical standard and pass a driver history check (mandatory).

What we offer you:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.

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.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers