Terminal Operator

**Terminal Operator | Pacific National**

**Location**:Tighes Hill NSW

**Work Type**:Full Time

**Industry**:Transport & Logistics - Rail

**Join the team that keeps Australia’s freight moving.**

Pacific National is seeking reliable and safety-focused** Terminal Operators** to support the day-to-day operations of our rail terminals. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in preparing trains, managing yard movements, and ensuring freight is handled efficiently and safely.

**What You will do**:

- **Performing safe shunting duties**to support train movements within the terminal.**:

- **Marshalling locomotives and rail wagons**in preparation for train departures.**:

- **Providing safety-critical communications**to both incoming and outgoing Pacific National rail services.
- Supporting the** efficient movement of freight**across the network through accurate and timely terminal operations.
- Performing basic **wagon maintenance** and conducting **train examinations**.

**What you will bring to the role**:

- **A team-oriented mindset -** you enjoy working collaboratively in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.
- **Adaptability -**you're comfortable with change and can think ahead to solve problems before they arise.
- **A strong sense of responsibility and accountability -**you take pride in doing the job safely and efficiently.
- **A full driver’s licence -**essential for operating vehicles and equipment on site.
- **General computer proficiency -**capable of using basic systems and tools to support operations.
- **Excellent communication skills -**clear and confident when sharing safety-critical information or working with others.
- **Experience in heavy industry, logistics, or transport -**highly regarded but not essential.

**Why join us?**
- **Make a real impact -**play a vital role in keeping Australia’s freight moving safely and efficiently across the country.
- **Grow your career -**access development opportunities, mentoring programs, and pathways to progress within the rail industry.
- **Work in a safety-first, team-driven environment -**be part of a supportive crew that values collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.
- **Enjoy meaningful employee benefits -**including paid parental leave (up to 14 weeks with super), novated leasing, and discounts on health insurance, travel, and retail.
- **Be your authentic self at work -**join a company that values diversity and inclusion, where every team member is respected and supported.

**Next Steps**:
Applications close 21st October 2025

**We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it**

**Safely Every Day -**bringing safety into every moment, every interaction, every day”.
- We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process._

**Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.**

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