Job Description
Join Pacific National - Australia's largest private rail freight operator.
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We're now looking for safety focused, qualified Locomotive Drivers to join our team in Mudgee, NSW.
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Why Pacific National?
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Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. With a broad customer base situated across mainland Australia and operating in diverse industries, we transport a mix of containerised freight, coal, import/export goods, and bulk commodities.
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Why you'll love this role:
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Competitive remuneration
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Industry leading training, development and support from experienced crews Rosters designed to support safe work
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Attractive employee benefits; paid parental leave, novated leasing options, Fitness Passport and wellbeing programs
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Supportive work environment
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Join Pacific National - Australia's largest private rail freight operator.
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We're now looking for safety focused, qualified Locomotive Drivers to join our team in Mudgee, NSW.
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Why Pacific National?
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Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. With a broad customer base situated across mainland Australia and operating in diverse industries, we transport a mix of containerised freight, coal, import/export goods, and bulk commodities.
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Why you'll love this role:
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Competitive remuneration
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Industry leading training, development and support from experienced crews Rosters designed to support safe work
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Attractive employee benefits; paid parental leave, novated leasing options, Fitness Passport and wellbeing programs
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Supportive work workplace
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Career development opportunities Inclusive culture
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What you will do:
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Prioritise safety in every moment, safely every day
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Complete pre-start checks and required compliance documentation
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Prepare, operate and shut down locomotives in line with operational procedures
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Maintain clear, professional communication in safety critical environments
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Monitor train performance and respond to changing conditions
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Work with teams to deliver safe, reliable outcomes for customers
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What we're looking for:
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Full Australian working rights
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Certificate IV in Train Driving – essential
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Valid unrestricted Class C licence and reliable transport
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Category 1 Rail Medical, Musculoskeletal assessment, and ongoing drug/alcohol compliance
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NSW Safe Working and route knowledge (highly desirable)
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National Police Check
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A strong, proven commitment to safety
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Ability to work a 24/7 rotating roster
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Flexibility to meet operational demands
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Why Mudgee?
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Discover a place where your work truly matters and your lifestyle thrives. Mudgee is a welcoming regional community that values hard-working people, genuine connections, and a balanced way of life. With more space to breathe, easier daily commutes, and a lifestyle centred around family, agriculture, great food and wine, and the great outdoors, Mudgee is the perfect place to build your future.
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Come live and work in the heart of one of NSW's most celebrated country towns — recently recognised as Australia's Best Country Escape in **** — and enjoy all the benefits of regional living without compromise.
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Ready to apply?
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We are a company built on solid foundations with a team of dedicated people, guided by common values; Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, Own It.
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We care about each other and the work we do, because of this, 'we care more' is the Pacific National core philosophy.
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Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, work, and rail.

📌 Locomotive Drivers - Mudgee (Toowoomba)
🏢 Pacific National
📍 Toowoomba