Trainee Locomotive Driver

1 week ago

Dry Creek, Australia Aurizon Full time

Job Number:
96941-533271

Work type:
Permanent - Full Time

**Location**:
Dry Creek, Adelaide

Categories:
Traineeship, Transport Operations & Logistics, Train Driver

**Location**: Dry Creek, Adelaide

**About the role**:
Entry Level Rail Traineeships for applicants looking to become a qualified Locomotive Driver are on offer. These roles offer a unique opportunity for people with either limited or no exposure in the rail industry to undertake a structured training program and become a qualified locomotive driver with Aurizon.

Working on a 24/7 shift roster, your role will consist of the following key responsibilities:

- Safe operation of locomotives including mainline and yard operations
- Basic train examination competencies such as roll by inspections
- Drive Aurizon motor vehicles as required
- Work in accordance with Aurizon's safety and operational standards and procedures

On successful completion of the training, you will obtain a Nationally recognised Certificate IV in Rail Operations.
- 24x7 rotating shift roster 365 days a year including early starts, late finishes, nights, weekends, and public holidays
- Undertake locomotive driver training and successfully complete modules within a set timeframe

**About you**:
We are looking for people that can commit to our regional depots and become part of the community, in addition to:

- A strong commitment to safety
- Ability to work a 24/7 shift work roster including availability to work weekends/public holidays
- Current unrestricted Class C drivers’ licence
- Ability to undertake an extensive training program including theory & practical components
- Commitment to Aurizon values and a willingness to embrace a diverse work environment

Ability to successfully pass pre-employment checks such as psychometric testing, driving history checks, reference checks and a CAT 1 Rail medical is a requirement for these roles. Please note these are not FIFO/DIDO positions.

**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.

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.

**Advertised**: 03 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**: 10 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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