Reach Stacker & Terminal Operator — Train Loading Pro

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

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.