Train Crew Development Specialist

Train Crew Development Specialist

• Permanent opportunity
• Lead the growth and development of others
• Key role within the Depot
• Flexible roster - Allows for better work life balance
• Opportunity to earn a Cert IV in Training & Assessing

About us

Pacific National (PN) is the largest provider of diversified rail freight services in Australia. We haul a variety of freight including coal, intermodal containers, steel, and a range of bulk commodities and materials that keep the region’s economy, businesses and households running. We operate nationally with approximately 3,500 staff in over 90+ sites across Australia.

We are seeking applicants who share our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it and live these values through open and honest communication and respect.

About the role

Our Train Crew Development Specialists have key accountability for all training and assessment of their assigned train crew teams. Driven by requirements to ensure a professional level of operations at all times, they will be expected to identify and address upskilling opportunities as necessary.

Based at our Sarina Depot, you will be required to spend time "on track" with our drivers, monitoring their operational knowledge and supporting this with the delivery of a mix of 1-1 and classroom-based training.

As part of the Depot Leadership team, you will liaise with Supervisors and Training Managers on the competency and training needs of your crew, to ensure operations are safe and meeting the needs of our customers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Development of highly competent Pacific National Locomotive Drivers
• Implementation and delivery of training plans, sessions and assessment activities
• Commitment to the ongoing promotion of the workplace safety culture.

About you

Ideal applicants will be expected to have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a commitment to upholding and promoting our company values.

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:

• Currently accredited Locomotive Driver
• Strong track record of safely operating locomotives
• Detailed understanding of Pacific National’s rail operations preferred
• Proven strengths in influencing and motivating, coaching and mentoring people
• Ability to enhance the strong team culture within the depot
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Current Cert IV in Training and Assessment in advantageous but not essential

The Benefits

At Pacific National we value diversity, inclusion, and the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted and valued for who they are, enabling everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.

When you join the Pacific National team, you’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your career and we’ll be there to support you with a range of exciting initiatives including:

• Industry leading programs focussed on your growth and career development
• Paid parental leave up to 14 weeks, with superannuation - after only 6 months service
• A focus on your mental health and wellbeing through our PeerConnect program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering confidential counselling services for employees and their eligible family members, paid for by us at no cost to you
•  Access to Unmind, a digital platform that gives you access to tools, training and exercises that will support your mental wellbeing
• Novated leasing and discounts on selected health insurance funds, travel, retail brands, vehicles and more

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for women, and you can visit our Work180 page Pacific National | WORK180 Endorsed Employer to find out more including a list of all of our benefits and policies. 

Closing Date

Applications close on the 2nd of March 2025

Next steps

Are you ready to be part of our future?

To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.

To find out more about Pacific National, our benefits and opportunities we offer, visit our careers page: www.pacificnational.com.au/careers           

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of​ the land on which we work, live and rail.​ We pay respect to Elders past, present and future and to the​ continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices​ of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.