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Location:  Toowoomba & Rosewood

Remuneration:  As per Coal EA 2022

About the role: 

Aurizon is seeking expressions of interest from safety focused individuals who would like undertake training to become a locomotive driver.  To excel in this position you will relish to opportunity to learn new skills and put into practice what you are taught in the classroom to become a professional train operator. 

Please note if you are successful in obtaining a Rosewood trainee driver role you would be required to complete the training in Toowoomba. 

• 24x7 rotating shift roster 365 days a year including nights, weekends and public holidays,
• Apply theoretical knowledge from training to practical operation,
• Work in accordance with Aurizon's safety and operational standards and procedures,
• Undertake Locomotive driver training and successfully complete modules within six months.

 About you:  

• All-encompassing focus on safety along with great interpersonal skills,
• Superior team work skills,
• Must be available to work 24/7 shift roster which includes nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Current unrestricted Class C drivers licence,
• Be available to commence in 2025 and not have any prior commitments for the first 6-9 months of the training program. 

Our Recruitment Process:

• Online testing
• Onsite testing/Assessment Centre
• Interview
• Cat 1 rail medical/ fitness test
• Traffic history infringement check
• 5 years reference checking

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, 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