Terminal Operator - Kalgoorlie

Pacific National; Australia; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated Leasing

Fitness Passport

Purchase leave program

Access to EAP program

Job summary

Pacific National in Kalgoorlie operates as Australia’s largest private rail freight operator, delivering freight across the network. A Terminal Operator will support yard operations, train preparation and movement in a safety-conscious environment.

The role emphasizes shunting, train inspection, and adherence to SHE standards, with a focus on customer service and effective communication in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safety and situational awareness in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Customer service focus and ability to interact with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Shunting and train examination duties associated with arrival, departure, marshalling and preparation of trains.
• Inspection of trains and equipment during train operations.
• Ensure security and general housekeeping is maintained throughout the area of responsibility.
• Ensure Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and obligations are satisfied.

Skills

Safety culture

Customer service

Communication

Current driver’s licence

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Terminal Operator - Kalgoorlie

• Rotating shifts including days, nights, and weekends
• 24/7 Rail Operation
• Safely Every Day — That’s Our Promise

Join Pacific National – Australia’s largest private rail freight operator

Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. We haul coal, intermodal containers, steel, and bulk commodities that keep Australia moving.

An opportunity has presented itself for a motivated and safety focused Terminal Operator to join our Kalgoorlie operations.

What You’ll Do

As a Terminal Operator, you play a vital role in the safe and efficient movement of freight, with a strong focus on yard operations, shunting, and train preparation.

Key responsibilities include

• Shunting and train examination duties associated with arrival, departure, marshalling and preparation of trains.
• Inspection of trains and equipment during train operations
• Ensure security and general housekeeping is maintained throughout the area of responsibility.
• Ensure Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and obligations are satisfied.

What you’ll bring

The successful candidate will be passionate about safety and can stay aware of yourself and others in a fast-paced work environment. You will have strong focus on customer service and excellent communication skills.

• Strong commitment to safety — for yourself, your team, and the community
• Ability to work rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends)
• Good communication skills and a collaborative team mindset
• Current motor vehicle licence
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Customer service focus and general computer proficiency

Highly Regarded (Not Essential):

• CN ticket — Reach Stacker operation
• Experience in ground shunt, train inspection, or trackside safety
• Background in logistics, transport, or rail
• Willingness to learn and obtain new competencies

Why join us?

At Pacific National we value the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted.

Some of the benefits we offer are:

• Paid parental leave
• Novated Leasing
• Fitness Passport
• Purchase leave program
• Access to EAP program through Sonder

We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong connections and do our best work every day.

Learn more at https://www.pacificnational.com.au/careers

Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.