Locomotive Driver

at  Aurizon

Job Number:
83740-490956
Work type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
West Merredin
Categories:
Train Driver
As Aurizon continues to thrive in 2025, we are seeking applications from Qualified Locomotive Drivers to join out West Merredin Rail Operations on a full-time permanent arrangement. This opportunity is a residential role and open to local applicants that either reside in West Merredin or are willing to relocate on a permanent basis.
This role will be suited to an individual who is able to display superior teamwork skills, flexibility, a high level of safety awareness and customer service.

• Operation of locomotives including mainline, shunting and marshalling.
• Examine and certify trains as ready for departure.
• 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:

• Strong commitment to safety and the Aurizon Safety Strategy “I Know Safe, I Choose Safe”.

• Must be available to work 24/7 shift roster.
• Experience in WA Safeworking System is advantageous.
• Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience.
• A certificate IV in Rail Operations or equivalent.
• Current unrestricted Class C drivers licence.