Qualified Locomotive Drivers

2 days ago


Port Augusta, South Australia Aurizon Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Qualified Locomotive Drivers

Aurizon is seeking qualified Locomotive Drivers to join our team in Port Augusta, South Australia.

As a Locomotive Driver with Aurizon - Bulk Central, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating locomotives, ensuring the smooth transport of freight across our extensive rail network. You will work within a supportive, safety-conscious team, striving for operational excellence and maintaining the highest service standards.

Why Join Us?

  • Port Augusta Location: A key freight hub offering a laid-back regional lifestyle, affordable living, and access to the stunning Flinders Ranges and Spencer Gulf.
  • Attractive Pay and Conditions: You'll receive a competitive salary, reviewed regularly. Plus, there's additional pay for overtime, public holidays, and penalty rates. When you work on a public holiday, you'll be paid 7.6 hours at your regular rate, plus 1.5x for any hours worked. You'll also enjoy designated Rostered Time Off (RTO) to ensure you can rest and recharge. Additionally, during a relay operation, time spent in the crew van will be paid at your regular hourly rate.
  • Generous Leave Entitlements: We offer 5 weeks of paid annual leave, with the option to take more if you need it. You'll also be entitled to up to 52 weeks of parental leave for new parents, paid sick and personal leave, and full compensation for public holidays, with RTO when they fall on your designated time off.
  • Flexible Working Conditions: Our rosters are designed to help you balance work with family and personal commitments. You'll also have access to employee support programs, with flexibility to accommodate your personal needs.
  • Career Growth and Development: We provide ongoing training to help you grow your skills and advance your career.

This position offers all benefits and entitlements in accordance with the Aurizon Bulk Central Rail Operations Enterprise Agreement 2024, ensuring fair and supportive conditions for all employees.

About the Role:

  • 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 Aurizon's safety strategy "I Know Safe, I Choose Safe." Availability to work a 24/7 shift roster.
  • Experience working with ARTC Code of Practice & Safe Working systems (SA, WA) is advantageous.
  • Experience operating air brake.
  • Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience.
  • A Certificate IV in Rail Operations.
  • Current unrestricted driver's licence.

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

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator, providing integrated landside supply chain solutions and being a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with both international and domestic markets.

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.

To learn more about us and our company values, please visit



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