Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator) Permanent - Full Time — Transport Operations & Logistics Alice Springs

Aurizon; Alice Springs; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance discounts

Personal travel discounts

Gym discounts

Vehicle discounts

Retail brand discounts

Parental leave program

Super booster

Job summary

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top employer in the sector. Based in Alice Springs, we seek a Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator) to coordinate loading and unloading of trains, ensure safety and procedural compliance, and manage freight documentation and gate operations.

You will operate forklifts and reach stackers, use scissor lifts and boom lifts, forward-plan service for scheduled trains, conduct inspections, and collaborate with a team to improve resource

Qualifications

• Forklift and Reach Stacker licences/experience preferred (training provided for the right applicant).
• 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).

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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reach stacker operation

Teamwork

Job description

Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator)

As a Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator), 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.

Attractive remuneration in accordance with the EA, plus a location allowance for Alice Springs. Further details will 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.

Location:

Alice Springs, Darwin

About the role:

As a Reach Stacker Operator (Terminal Operator), 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.

Attractive remuneration in accordance with the EA, plus a location allowance for Alice Springs. Further details will 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

Advertised: 25 Aug 2026 Applications close: 20 Sep 2026