Trainee Suburban Rail Operator

2 weeks ago


Fortitude Valley, Australia Queensland Rail Full time

**Trainee Suburban Rail Operator**:

- Req. Id: 5479- Date: 11 Jul 2023- Location: Mayne, QLD, AU, 4006- Company: Queensland RailTake advantage of this opportunity to join the QR team in Brisbane as a Shunter.

Queensland Rail is driven to become a world leader in safety, customer service and a successful integrated passenger and rail infrastructure business. All our people are highly valued and are integral to our success.

We currently have a vacancy for a **Trainee Suburban Rail Operator** to join the team at our Mayne Depot based in Bowen Hills. In the first three months of your appointment you will undertake classroom based and hands on training to develop the skills required to competently undertake shunting/train movements within a large railway yard/depot ensuring safe and efficient work.

**Your main duties in this role will be**:

- Completing the necessary training to obtain the Shunter qualification.
- Following the direction of the Tutor Shunter, contribute to the timely, safe and efficient marshalling and shunting of trains by performing shunting duties in accordance with Queensland Rail's Governance and Management Framework.
- Under the direction of the Foreman Shunter/Shunter In Charge, receive instructions of the consists of trains and Rollingstock and learn how to dispatch trains from the Mayne Rail Complex in a timely manner to ensure quality customer service and
- Gain a thorough knowledge in the operation of points within yard operations

Integral to your success in this role will be your safety conscious attitude and ability to work both autonomously as well as in a team. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to prioritise tasks. Basic to intermediate computer skills are essential.

**Please note these roles require 24/7 shiftwork which will include day and night shifts and some weekends and public holidays.**

If you have a love of the railways and you are searching for an opportunity to develop a career in a stable environment that encourages learning then this is the role for you

Full time annual salary: $71,245 + penalty rates + super + overtime.

Position Description

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

**Supporting a Diverse Workforce**

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.



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