Bulk Locomotive Driver

• Open to qualified Drivers or Drivers in Training - Ongoing training and development opportunities!
• Strong safety-focus culture
• Opportunity for progression is available
• Cootamundra location

About the Role

As a Locomotive Driver within our NSW Bulk business, you will prepare and operate locomotives and trains in a safe manner that complies with operational procedures in our Cootamundra depot. In tandem with this objective, you will play a key role in ensuring that customer and operational requirements are met, with a particular focus on safety, delivery and quality.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing/coordinating shunting movements, both independently and in cooperation with Shift Managers, in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• Processing and monitoring train performance information.
• Provisioning and preparing locomotives for train operations including checking and testing control systems as well as preparing relevant compliance documentation.
• Working with key internal stakeholders to work towards a Delivered In-Full, On-Time (DIFOT) performance for the Pacific National group.
• Proactively working towards and supporting the achievement of safety goals.
• On-going commitment to company values of safety, integrity, accountability and teamwork.

About You

The ideal candidate will either be a qualified Locomotive driver holding a full Certificate IV in Train Driving, or a qualified Driver Assistant holding partial qualifications which contribute to a Certificate IV in Train Driving. We are also looking for individuals who wants a career in the rail industry. You will also possess the following skills, attributes and experience:

• A high regard for safety and a positive and supportive attitude when working within a team environment
• A basic level of computer proficiency
• A strong customer focused approach to your work
• Passion for success and willingness to undertake ongoing training and development activities
• A genuine interest in adding value and helping our business to grow
• Current motor vehicle licence is essential.

Please note that you must be available and flexible to work a 24/7 roster.

Pacific National is committed to diversity in our workforce and encourages women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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.

We also 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.

Benefits

We have a wide range of benefits that includes flexible work, paid parental leave, fitness, novated leasing and many other great partner offers to access. To find out more about Pacific National, our benefits and the opportunities we offer, visit our careers page: www.pacificnational.com.au/careers  

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 15^th November 2024

Next steps

Are you ready to be part of our future? To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button below and follow the prompts.

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.