Heavy Vehicle Operator

Location: Townsville Port

Aurizon’s Townsville Port team is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Operator on a permanent full-time basis.

Applicants will need to hold an MC licence and have experience driving Road trains.

About the role:

• Operate Road Trains and single trailer combinations within Port and Local TSV area.
• Townsville Port berth pick ups
• Loading ISO’s Cement
• Ship bulk unloading
• Opportunity to upskill, forklift, loader and excavator
• Opportunity for overtime (weekends)

What you need to get started

• Current MC drivers’ licence and a safe driving record, with experience operating road trains and singles
• Ability to complete paperwork such as pre-starts on vehicles, defect reports and other various reporting
• Mechanical aptitude
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Nice to have (but not required)

• Dangerous goods licence
• Forklift, loader, excavator ticket
• MSIC card (or ability to obtain)

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 www.aurizon.com.au/careers