Terminal Planner

Terminal Planner!

• Full Time Permanent opportunity
• Ongoing training and coaching available to the successful candidate!
• Join our busy team at the Perth Freight Terminal!
• Rotating shift roster!

About us

Pacific National (PN) is the largest private 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. With 3,500 employees across 90+ sites, we are committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability in the rail freight industry.

About the role

Are you ready to make an impact? Join our Perth team as a terminal planner where you will play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient terminal operations. Your focus will be on developing and executing operational plans to maximise infrastructure and resources while delivering top-tier service!

 Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and coordinating train loading, scheduling, and rollingstock deployment
• Optimise freight movement for efficient and customer satisfaction
• Maintain strong relationships with customers to drive business growth
• Ensure optimal use of assets and resources
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement effective operational solutions
• Please note this role requires shift work!

About you

We’re looking for someone with strong planning and problem-solving skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy working with stakeholders, adapting to dynamic challenges, and making a real impact, this role is for you!

 In addition, you will possess:

• Experience working in Supply Chain, Transport, Rail or a similar industry
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills
•  Ability to perform under pressure and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Computer and systems proficiency
• A customer-focused mindset with a proactive, solutions-driven approach

What’s in it for you?

Pacific National fosters a culture that values talent, diversity, and career growth! We offer a wide range of benefits, some of which include:

• Mentoring programs   
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (with super) after 6 months
• Discounts on health insurance, travel, fitness, retail, and more
• Flexible work and other leave options  

Visit our careers page to learn more! www.pacificnational.com.au/careers.

Proud WORK180 Endorsed Employer for women, visit our Pacific National | WORK180 Endorsed Employer to find out more! 

We are seeking applicants who share our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it. These values help us achieve strong connections with everyone we work with and play an important part in motivating us all to do our best work. 

Do you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?

If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please outline at the time of your application.

Next steps

Are you ready to be part of our future? Click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.

Applications Close 31st March 2025!

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.