Trainee Locomotive Driver

Darwin - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Berrimah

Remuneration/Benefit: Competitiveremuneration and benefits

Work for Australias Largest Rail Freight Operator
Excellent Team Culture
Aurizon Bulk Depot in Berrimah Northern Territory

About the role:

Entry Level Rail Traineeships for applicants looking to become a qualified Locomotive Driver are on offer. These roles offer a unique opportunity for people with either limited or no exposure in the rail industry to undertake a structured training program and become a qualified locomotive driver with Aurizon.

Working on a 24/7 shift roster your role will consist of the following key responsibilities:

Safe operation of locomotives including mainline and yard operations
Basic train examination competencies such as roll by inspections
Drive Aurizon motor vehicles as required
Work in accordance with Aurizons safety and operational standards and procedures

On successful completion of the training you will obtain a Nationally recognised Certificate IV in Rail Operations.

24x7 rotating shift roster 365 days a year including early starts late finishes nights weekends and public holidays
Apply theoretical knowledge from training to practical operation
Undertake locomotive driver training and successfully complete modules within a set timeframe

About you:

We are looking for people that can commit to our regional depots and become part of the community in addition to:

A strong commitment to safety
Ability to work a 24/7 shift work roster including availability to work weekends/public holidays
Current unrestricted Class C drivers licence
Ability to undertake an extensive training program including theory & practical components
Commitment to Aurizon values and a willingness to embrace a diverse work environment

Ability to successfully pass pre-employment checks such as psychometric testing driving history checks reference checks and a CAT 1 Rail medical is a requirement for these roles. Please note these are not FIFO/DIDO positions.

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 Australias largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX 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.

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 Experience:

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Location: BerrimahRemuneration/Benefit: Competitiveremuneration and benefitsWork for Australias Largest Rail Freight OperatorExcellent Team CultureAurizon Bulk Depot in Berrimah Northern TerritoryAbout the role:Entry Level Rail Traineeships for applicants looking to become a qualified Locomotive Dri...