Locomotive Driver
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Team
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. We are crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with international and domestic markets.
About the Role
We are seeking qualified Locomotive Drivers to join our Albany Rail Operations Team on a full-time permanent basis. This is a residential role, open to applicants who reside in Albany or are willing to relocate permanently.
In this position, you will operate locomotives across mainline, shunting, and marshalling duties. You will be responsible for examining and certifying trains as ready for departure, conducting brake tests, and maintaining a high level of on-time running. Success in this role requires superior teamwork skills, flexibility, and a high level of safety awareness while delivering quality customer service to meet business objectives.
Our 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. We support the development and growth of our employees through a national portfolio of operations, offering long-term and exciting career opportunities.
Application Instructions
To learn more about our company values and culture, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Planifyr
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleExamine and certify trains as ready for departure
- check_circlePrepare and conduct brake testing on locomotives
- check_circleMaintain a high level of on-time running
- check_circleWork in accordance with safety and operational standards
- check_circleProvide high quality customer service to meet business objectives
- check_circleOperate locomotives including mainline, shunting, and marshalling
Requirements
- verifiedCertificate IV in Rail Operations
- verifiedCurrent unrestricted Class C drivers' licence
- verifiedExtensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience
- verifiedExperience in WA Safe working System (advantageous)
- verifiedWillingness to relocate to Albany or reside there
- verifiedAvailability to work 24/7 shift roster
Nice to Have
Experience in WA Safe working System
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAccess to mentoring and development programscheck_circleDiscounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brandscheck_circleParental leave program and super booster
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Frequently asked questions about Locomotive Driver at Rise
What does a Locomotive Driver at Rise do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Locomotive Driver at Rise will examine and certify trains as ready for departure; prepare and conduct brake testing on locomotives; maintain a high level of on-time running; and work in accordance with safety and operational standards.
What are the requirements for this Locomotive Driver role?expand_more
Rise is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Certificate IV in Rail Operations; Current unrestricted Class C drivers' licence; Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience; Experience in WA Safe working System (advantageous); Willingness to relocate to Albany or reside there; and Availability to work 24/7 shift roster.
Where is the Locomotive Driver role at Rise located?expand_more
Locomotive Driver at Rise is based in Planifyr. This is a on-site role.
Is this Locomotive Driver job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Rise has listed this Locomotive Driver role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Locomotive Driver role?expand_more
Candidates for Locomotive Driver at Rise should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Locomotive Driver role at Rise?expand_more
Key skills for Locomotive Driver at Rise include Locomotive Driving; Mainline; Shunting; Marshalling; Brake Testing; Wa Safe Working System; Certificate Iv In Rail Operations; and Class C Drivers Licence.
What category does the Locomotive Driver role belong to?expand_more
Locomotive Driver at Rise is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.