Terminal Operator (Reach Stacker Operator)

Aurizon; Pimba; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Mentoring programs

Discounts on health insurance and etc.

Job summary

Aurizon is seeking a Terminal Operator at Pimba on a 7 days on/7 days off roster to support its BHP contract across multiple sites in South Australia. The role involves operating reach stackers and other heavy equipment, managing freight movements, and maintaining safety and compliance at the terminal.

You will join a safety-conscious team, perform inspections, and assist with terminal coordination and customer induction.

Qualifications

• Must showcase safety-focused attitude and reliable work ethic.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a high‑ops terminal.
• Willingness to meet pre‑employment checks and training as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach stackers, forklifts, front end loaders, lidlifters, scissor lifts and boom lifts.
• Safely manage container and freight movements according to daily plans.
• Perform basic inspections and keep equipment documentation accurate and compliant.
• Support terminal coordination and basic marshalling tasks and transport updates.
• Induct customers and contractors per site safety protocols.
• Contribute to a positive safety culture and high-performance team environment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Reach stackers

Forklifts

Front end loaders

Lidlifters

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Job description

Terminal Operator (Reach Stacker Operator)

Location: Pimba, with travel to other BHP sites as required

• 7:7 roster
• Support Aurizon’s BHP contract

About the Role

Aurizon is proud to support BHP, servicing their copper operations across Pimba, Olympic Dam, Prominent Hill, and Carrapateena. This is a significant milestone for Aurizon Bulk and forms part of our expanding supply chain footprint in South Australia. Aurizon has operational teams at each of these key locations, creating long‑term opportunities in a growing region.

As a Terminal Operator based at Pimba, you’ll work on a 7 days on / 7 days off roster and may be required to support operations at other BHP sites. You’ll play a critical role in delivering safe and efficient freight services across our terminal network. This hands‑on role involves operating a variety of heavy equipment and supporting daily coordination, freight documentation, and site safety activities.

Key responsibilities:

• Operate a range of equipment including reach stackers, forklifts, front end loaders, lidlifters, scissor lifts, and boom lifts
• Safely manage container and freight movements in line with daily operational plans
• Perform basic inspections and ensure all equipment documentation is accurate and compliant
• Support terminal coordination, including basic marshalling tasks and transport system updates
• Induct customers and contractors in line with site safety protocols
• Contribute to a positive safety culture and high-performance team environment

About You

We’re looking for reliable, safety‑conscious individuals with a strong work ethic and team mindset. The following tickets and licences are highly regarded (training may be provided for the right candidates):

• Front End Loader
• Lidlifter
• HR Truck Licence
• EWP – Elevated Work Platform
• Working at Heights

You will also have:

• A proactive and adaptable attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail, especially regarding safety and compliance
• Flexibility to work across day, night, weekend, and public holiday shifts on a rotating roster
• Ability to meet all pre‑employment requirements including a National Police Check, reference checks, and a medical assessment

What We Offer

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.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions 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.?

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.

Advertised: 21 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time