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Location: Mount Isa

As Australia’s leading Bulk rail freight specialists, Aurizon has a proven capability to provide integrated supply chain solutions and move bulk commodities safely and efficiently, connecting miners, primary producers and the manufacturing industry with international and domestic markets.

We are looking for a safety focused Qualified Locomotive Driver that can commit to our regional depot and become part of the beautiful country town of Mount Isa.

About the role:

• Examine and certify trains as ready for departure
• Operation of locomotives including mainline, shunting, marshalling and on customer sites.
• Work in accordance with Aurizon's safety and operational standards and procedures
• Maintain a high level of on-time running
• Prepare and conduct brake testing on locomotives
• Provide high quality customer service to enable Aurizon to meet its set business objectives

About you: 

• A certificate IV in Rail Operations is mandatory
• Current unrestricted Class C drivers licence is mandatory
• Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience.
• Must be available to work 24/7 shift roster
• Live and breathe safety
• Enjoyment from working in a team and providing customer focus

Successful candidates will need to provide evidence of the units of competence successfully attained from the TLI 42615 Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations).

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