Mainline Driver - Newcastle

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Detail information about job Mainline Driver - Newcastle. Terms and conditions vacancy

Location: Newcastle             

Reference:  66514

Remuneration:  Attractive salary package to be negotiated

• Opportunity to drive change and make a difference as part of a Top 50 ASX listed organisation
• Excellent team culture

Aurizon is committed to a diverse workforce and we encourage Female and Indigenous Australian applicants to apply.

About the role:

Aurizon’s Newcastle depot is currently seeking to appoint an experienced qualified Locomotive Driver. We are looking for competent operators who can provide operational support in accordance with safety procedures. The main responsibilities for the role are:

• Operate all forms of traction and trains competently and safely
• Apply best practice train management techniques competently to ensure efficient and safe train operations and re-accredit as required.
• Ensure quality customer service to meet business objectives
• Work in accordance with relevant Enterprise Agreements and other industrial agreements relevant to the position. 

About you:

• Certificate in Locomotive Driving (equivalent)
• Valid C Class Driver Licence
• Strong commitment to safety
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Able to produce clear, concise information

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is a top-100 ASX-listed company and Australia’s largest rail freight operator.  Each day we transport coal, iron ore and other minerals as well as agricultural and general freight across the nation.  We strive for a diverse, collaborative, creative and high performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee, be they male or female, blue collar or white collar, and allows them to build better careers as they help us build a better company.

Our benefits:

• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands
• Parental Leave Program and Super Booster
• Access to an employee assistance program
• Access to female and ATSI mentoring programs
• Flexible Working Arrangements (Business needs)
• A diverse work environment that wins awards for gender equity, LGBTI inclusion and workplace diversity

Our values:

Safety: Safety of ourselves and others is our number one priority. Safety is at the core of everything we do as we commit to ZEROHARM.

People: Diversity strengthens our capability. Our energy, courage and passion motivate us to create extraordinary outcomes.

Integrity: We are honest, fair and conduct business with the highest ethical standards. We are respectful in all of our dealings.

Customer: Customers are at the heart of our business. We consistently deliver what we promise.

Excellence: We create value through collaboration, and innovation. Our hallmarks are clear accountability, continuous improvement.

For more information regarding this vacancy, contact Hayley on 08 9212 2511.