Job Opportunities

• Permanent opportunity based in Parkes
• Certificate IV Train Driving qualifications would be highly regarded
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

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

About the role

We are seeking qualified Locomotive Driver for full time (24/7 roster), fixed term contract opportunity, based at our Parkes Depot to work within our Bulk Freight business. Our Drivers prepare, manage and operate locomotives and trains safely in order to meet customer and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working with key internal stakeholders to achieve a 'Delivered In-Full, On-Time' (DIFOT) performance for the Pacific National group
• Proactively working towards and supporting the achievement of safety goals
• Provisioning and preparing locomotives for train operations including checking and testing control systems as well as preparing relevant compliance documentation
• Performing and maintaining locomotive train operations in accordance with specifications and procedures
• On-going commitment to company values of safety, integrity, accountability and team work

About you

• Proven rail freight locomotive driving experience
• Desired candidates will have a ‘Certificate IV’ in train driving
• You will display a high regard for safety
• You will demonstrate a positive and supportive attitude when working within a team environment
• Have basic level of computer literacy is required
• Be focused on customer needs and requirements
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development activities is a must
• A current motor vehicle licence required
• You must be available and flexible to work a 24/7 roster that includes both local working and barracks working
• You will support and embrace continuous improvements and change

The benefits

We value diversity, inclusion, collaboration and the contribution of each of our employees.  Working for us will enable you to take ownership of your career and gain access to an array of benefits.

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.

Join us as we continue to transform our business and shape the rail freight industry, to achieve our vision of becoming Australia’s recognised leader for safe, innovative and sustainable rail freight solutions.

We are seeking applicants who share our values: safety, integrity, accountability and teamwork and live these values through open and honest communication and respect.

Closing date

Applications close on 23rd January 2021.

Next steps

Are you ready to be part of our future?

To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button below 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           

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