12 hour rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends
Permanent opportunity located within our Tennyson depot
Safely Every Day — That’s Our Promise

Join Pacific National – Australia’s largest private rail freight operator

Every day, Pacific National moves the goods that keep Australia moving – from intermodal containers to coal, steel, and bulk commodities.

An opportunity has presented itself for a Level 3 Terminal Operator to join our Tennyson Intermodal team. This is your prospect to be part of a high-performing team that plays a vital role in loading and unloading freight safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

As a Level 3 Terminal Operator, you’ll play a critical role in the coordination, planning, and safe execution of train movements within the terminal.

Reporting to the Supervisor, your day-to-day will include:
Effective assembly and dismantling of trains
Operating top lift container forklifts and other load-shifting equipment
Processing freight and documentation into a computerised system
Conducting train examinations and brake testing
Supporting shunting activities as required
Adhering to all secure-working and operating procedures

This role operates on a rotating shift roster,



including nights and weekends.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a forward-thinking team player who takes pride in doing things safely and efficiently. You’re accountable, reliable, and ready to take on a challenge.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
Heavy Forklift Licence
Full Driver’s Licence
General computer proficiency
Experience in train inspection, ground shunt, and trackside safety
Safety-first mindset and strong accountability
Team player with a proactive attitude

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 benefits 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 solid connections and do our best work every day.

Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.

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📌 Terminal Operator Tennyson Brisbane
🏢 Pacific National
📍 Brisbane