Qualified Locomotive Driver – Avon Rail Operations
- Operate locomotives across mainline, shunting and marshalling activities.
- Examine and certify trains to ensure they are ready for safe departure.
- Deliver high-quality customer service that supports Aurizon’s business objectives.
Opportunity overview
Aurizon is expanding its Avon Rail Operations team to meet growing customer demand and has multiple full-time, permanent opportunities available for Qualified Locomotive Drivers. This residential role is based in Northam, WA, and is open to applicants willing to relocate permanently.
Relocation support
To support your move, Aurizon is offering a $20,000 upfront relocation assistance payment, along with eight weeks of paid accommodation.
Who we’re looking for
This opportunity will suit someone who brings strong teamwork, flexibility, a high level of safety awareness, and a genuine commitment to customer service.
About the role:
- Operate locomotives across mainline, shunting and marshalling activities.
- Examine and certify trains to ensure they are ready for safe departure.
- Work in line with Aurizon’s safety, operational standards and procedures.
- Support reliable operations by maintaining a strong focus on on-time running.
- Prepare for and conduct locomotive brake testing as required.
- Deliver high-quality customer service that supports Aurizon’s business objectives.
About you:
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and Aurizon’s Safety Strategy: “I Know Safe, I Choose Safe”.
- Availability to work a 24/7 shift roster.
- Experience with the WA Safeworking System is highly regarded.
- Extensive locomotive driving experience in freight and/or heavy haulage operations.
- Certificate IV in Rail Operations, or an equivalent qualification.
- Current unrestricted Class C driver’s licence.
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
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