Job summary
Job number
70038-614908
Work type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Callemondah
Categories:
Transport Operations & Logistics
Job details

Location: Callemondah

Remuneration/Benefit:  As per Coal EA

  

About the Role

As a Freight Operator (Shunter), you will be expected to be available to complete the following Key responsibilities Safely, Competently and as an engaged employee:

  • Maintenance and Servicing
  • Provisioning and House Keeping
  • Performing shunting and yard duties (including cleaning)
  • Examining and certifying trains for departure readiness
  • Conducting brake tests
  • Safely unloading customer products
  • Communicating effectively with depot personnel (face-to-face and via two-way radio)

About you

The successful candidate will have consistently demonstrated proactive behaviour and embodied Aurizon’s core values and will play a key role in morale-building and promoting a positive team culture

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

  • Shunt Qualification (mandatory).
  • A current C Class Manual Driver’s Licence
  • Flexibility to work a 24/7 roster with shifts up to 12 hours
  • Strong commitment to safety, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service focus

 

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. ss

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

Advertised: 22 Sep 2026 Applications close: 05 Oct 2026

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