- Comprehensive Traineeship with a nationally recognised qualification in Train Driving
- Take the first step into a rail career and earn while you learn and build your skills
- Excellent chance to secure a very sought after position!
Pacific National is committed to diversity in our workforce and encourages women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
The Opportunity
Our team in Greta, are recruiting Trainee Locomotive Drivers (Driver in Training - Stage 1) to join their train crew. These newly created positions represent a rewarding opportunity within an expanding business to earn great pay, while learning new skills and building your career.
Commencing as a Trainee, you will undertake an accelerated traineeship program. This program includes a three-stage progression approach and builds on theoretical and practical knowledge achieved within an operational rail environment.
The traineeship will enable the participants to qualify as a Qualified Driver within Pacific National, and upon successful completion of the program, receive - Certificate IV in Train Driving issued by Pacific National Registered Training Organisation (RTO). This is a nationally recognised qualification.
As a Trainee, you will be trained in all aspects of safe and efficient locomotive operations to develop the requisite driver skillset through competency-based assessments and on and off the job training.
You will be upskilled with knowledge to prepare, manage and operate locomotives and trains safely, and comply with established operational procedures in order to maintain our high level of customer service delivery for customers.
About You
Pacific National is proud to be part of the Greta community and we encourage locals to apply for this position.
No experience is necessary, although any prior exposure to working within a safety critical environment will be highly regarded.
We will provide full training for successful applicants who possess the following:
- A high regard for safety
- Customer focus with the ability to work effectively within a team
- Basic level of computer proficiency and excellent communication skills
- Passion for success and personal development
- Experience with shift work and flexibility to work a highly variable roster
- Ability to work away from home for varying periods.
- A current “C” class driver’s licence
- School Certificate or equivalent
Your availability and commitment to working rotating 24/7 shifts including nights and weekends is essential and will be vital for your success in the role. Additionally, some of the shifts will require you to stay overnight, away from your home depot location.