Roster: Shifts offered based on your availability and operational needs
Start Your Career in Rail
Trojan Rail is looking for reliable and safety focused people who want to start a career as a Locomotive Driver Assistant.
No previous rail experience is required.
Successful applicants will complete paid training, workplace observation and supervised shifts before completing client training and Verification of Competency.
What We Offer
- Paid classroom and practical training
- Training costs covered by Trojan Rail
- Nationally recognised training delivered by Challenger Training Pty Ltd, RTO 91830
- Workplace mentoring and support
- A pathway to qualified Locomotive Driver Assistant work
- Opportunities to work with a leading Australian rail provider
Pay Rates
- Classroom training: $32.18 per hour plus superannuation
- Workplace observation and supervised training shifts: $44.90 per hour plus superannuation
- Qualified Driver Assistant work: rates may exceed $70 per hour, including applicable penalties
Hours are not guaranteed.
About the Role
Once trained and approved as competent, you will work alongside a qualified Locomotive Driver to support the protected operation of freight trains.
Your duties may include;
- Assisting with train preparation and safety checks
- Supporting shunting and yard activities
- Communicating with train crew and operational staff
- Following safeworking rules and procedures
- Completing operational records
- Working safely around locomotives, wagons and rail infrastructure
Roster and Availability This is a casual blank line position. There is no fixed roster, and this is not a Monday to Friday job. You will provide your availability and may be offered shifts when work is available.
Shifts may include;
- Days
- Nights
- Weekends
- Public holidays
- Short notice work
- Different start and finish times
The amount of work offered will depend on your availability, operational requirements and client demand.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for people who:
- Put safety first
- Are reliable and punctual
- Are willing to learn
- Can follow instructions and procedures
- Communicate clearly
- Can work in a small team
- Can remain alert during night and extended shifts
- Are comfortable using computers and digital devices
Essential Requirements
Applicants must
- Hold Australian working rights
- Hold a current unrestricted Australian Class C driver licence or higher
- Have reliable transport
- Be available for the full training program
- Obtain satisfactory clearance from a Category 1 Rail Safety Worker medical
- Obtain satisfactory clearance from a National Police Check
- Be able to participate in ongoing drug and alcohol testing
- Hold HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, or be willing to obtain it prior to training
- Have basic computer, literacy and numeracy skills
- Meet all Trojan Rail, client and Rail Industry Worker compliance requirements
Important Information You must successfully complete all training, assessments, clearances, client requirements and Verification of Competency before progressing to qualified work.
About Trojan Rail
Trojan Rail provides skilled workers and workforce solutions to the Australian rail industry. We support freight rail operations, yards, terminals and rail infrastructure environments across Australia.
How to Apply
Click APPLY and submit your résumé.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to complete a pre-screening process, which may include a phone screening, interview and meet and greet.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
📌 Locomotive Driver Assistant - New to Industry - Greta, NSW
🏢 Trojan Rail - New South Wales
📍 Greta
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