Qualified Locomotive Drivers – Chullora
24/7 Rail Operation
Permanent Full-time opportunity in Sydney
Safely Every Day — That's Our Promise
Join Pacific National – Australia's largest private rail freight operator
Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers.
We haul coal, intermodal containers, steel, and bulk commodities that keep Australia moving.
An opportunity has presented itself for Qualified Locomotive Drivers to join the team at our Sydney Freight Terminal in Chullora.
What You'll Do
As a Mainline Locomotive Driver, you'll play a key role in delivering freight safely and on time.
Reporting to the Supervisor, you will:
Operate Pacific National locomotives in compliance with safe working regulations and driver accreditation requirements.
Liaise with Train Control to ensure efficient train operations and schedule adherence.
Prepare and provision locomotives, including system checks and compliance documentation.
Perform minor maintenance and first-level servicing activities.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers to meet operational needs.
What You'll Bring




Accredited and fully qualified Locomotive Driver (please attach your Certificate IV in Train Driving during the application process).
Proven locomotive driving experience.
High regard for safety and compliance.
Positive, team-focused attitude with ability to work autonomously.
Basic computer literacy.
Current full motor vehicle licence.
Flexibility to work a 24/7 roster, including local and barracks work.
Why join us?
At Pacific National we value the contribution of each team member.
Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted.
Some of the advantages we offer are:
Paid parental leave
Novated Leasing
Fitness Passport
Purchase leave program
Access to EAP program through Sonder
We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong connections and do our best work every day.
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Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.
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📌 Qualified Locomotive Drivers – Chullora (New South Wales)
🏢 Pacific National
📍 New South Wales