Terminal Operator - Perth Freight Terminal
Permanent opportunity based in Kewdale WA
Play a key role in safe and productive freight operations
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 an experienced Forklift / Terminal Operator to join our team at our Perth Freight Terminal.
What You'll Do
Play a vital role in the safe and efficient movement of freight, with a robust focus on yard operations, shunting and train preparation.
Reporting to the Terminal Supervisor, you will:
Operate specialised load lifting equipment to move freight on and off trains and wagons
Shunting and train examination duties associated with arrival, departure, marshalling and preparation of trains
Ensure security and general housekeeping is maintained throughout the area of responsibility
Provide safety-critical communications to incoming and outgoing rail services
Contribute to the protected and efficient movement of freight across the PN network
Processing freight and documentation into a computerised system
Work a 24/7 forward-rotating roster (38 hours per week on average)
What You'll Bring




Strong commitment to safety for yourself, your team and the community
Ability to work rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends
Good communication skills and a cooperative team mindset
Current motor vehicle licence
Current high-risk forklift licence
CN ticket and Reach Stacker experience (highly regarded)
Experience in ground shunt, train inspection or trackside safety (highly regarded)
Background in logistics, transport or rail (highly regarded)
Willingness to learn and obtain current competencies
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.
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 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 strong connections and do our best work every day.
Ready to deliver what matters?
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📌 Terminal Operator - Perth Freight Terminal
🏢 Pacific National
📍 Perth