Locomotive Driver, NSW Intermodal Sydney We are hiring Jump on board and work for Australia's largest freight operator. Become part of a team that is championing safety and personal development. Be a part of our fast moving and dynamic Intermodal Business at Sydney Drivers Depot. About us Pacific National (PN) is the largest private provider of diversified rail freight services in Australia. We haul a variety of freight including coal, intermodal containers, steel, and a range of bulk commodities and materials that keep the region’s economy, businesses and households running. We are a company built on solid foundations and we are incredibly proud of the essential role we continue to play supporting Australia’s supply chain. At Pacific National, we take great pride in delivering our best every day and have a relentless focus on customer service and place safety above all else. We operate nationally with approximately 3,500 staff in over 90 sites across Australia. We respect and care for the communities in which we operate and continue to evolve our community engagement and strengthen relationships through partnerships and investment. We are focused on reducing the carbon emissions of our business, while also enabling the reduction of carbon emissions in the broader supply chain to support the National targets. About the Role The primary objective of a Locomotive Driver is to prepare, manage and operate locomotives and trains safely in accordance with their level of competency, safe working qualifications and established Pacific National’s operational procedures and agreements, to meet customer and operational requirements. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Working with key internal stakeholders to achieve a 'Delivered In-Full, On-Time' (DIFOT) performance. Proactively working towards and supporting the achievement of safety goals. Provisioning and preparing locomotives for train operations including checking and testing control systems as well as preparing relevant compliance documentation. Performing and maintaining locomotive train operations in accordance with specifications and procedures. On-going commitment to company values of safety, accountability, integrity, and teamwork. About you The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, experience, and attributes: Proven rail industry / freight experience. Cert IV in Train Driving or partial completion of the Cert IV in Train Driving will be desired. Display a high regard for safety. A positive and supportive attitude when working within a team environment. A basic level of computer literacy. A focus on customer needs and supporting continuous improvement. A current full motor vehicle licence. Available and flexible to work a 24/7 roster. The benefits At Pacific National we value diversity, inclusion, and the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted and valued for who they are, enabling everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. When you join the Pacific National team, you’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your career and we’ll be there to support you with a range of exciting initiatives including: Industry leading programs focussed on your growth and career development Paid parental leave up to 14 weeks, with superannuation - after only 6 months service Parental benefits for birth, surrogacy, adoption, foster care, and kinship care Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Flexible working arrangements (subject to business needs) A focus on your mental health and wellbeing through our PeerConnect program Access to our Employee Assistance Program, administered by Benestar, offering confidential counselling services for employees and their eligible family members, paid for by us at no cost to you Access to Unmind, a digital platform that gives you access to tools, training and exercises that will support your mental wellbeing Discounted fitness and wellbeing benefits with membership to WhereFit, our wellbeing benefits partner Novated leasing and discounts on selected health insurance funds, travel, retail brands, vehicles and more We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for women, and you can visit our Work180 page Pacific National | WORK180 Endorsed Employer to find out more including a list of all of our benefits and policies. We are seeking applicants who share our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it. These values help us achieve strong connections with everyone we work with and play an important part in motivating us all to do our best work. Do you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process? If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please outline at the time of your application. Closing date Applications close on the 14th of April 2024. Next steps Are you ready to be part of our future? To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button below and follow the prompts. To find out more about Pacific National, our benefits and opportunities we offer, visit our careers page: www.pacificnational.com.au/careers. Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, live and rail. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future and to the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.