Locomotive Driver - Sydney Freight Terminal
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.
We have an prospect for a Qualified Locomotive Driver or Drivers Assistant to join our 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




Certificate IV in Train Driving (current or nearing completion): Please attach your certificate or proof of current study to your application.
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 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 Straightforward, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong 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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📌 Locomotive Driver - Sydney Freight Terminal
🏢 Pacific National
📍 Sydney