Locomotive Driver

2 weeks ago


Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia Aurizon Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Number:

Work type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Dubbo

Categories:

Train Driver

Location: Dubbo

Aurizon is currently seeking applications for qualified Locomotive Driver position to join the Bulk NSW business. This opportunity is open to qualified Locomotive Drivers that would like to join a company that genuinely appreciates the efforts of its workers and is constantly looking at ways to make life at Aurizon an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Our employees are our biggest asset, and we are fully committed to working with you and your colleagues to achieve an inclusive and productive workforce.

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".
  • Must be available to work a 24/7 shift roster.
  • Experience working in any of the following Safe Working systems in NSW.
  • Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience
  • A Certificate IV in Rail Operations (or equivalent)
  • Current unrestricted driver's licence
  • Route qualifications from Newcastle, Dubbo, Gunnedah, and Gulgong. (Highly desired)

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.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit

Advertised: 22 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 12 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time


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