Trainee Locomotive Driver – Parkes Opportunity to be trained as a Locomotive DriverTake the first step into a rail career and earn while you learnSafely 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 a Trainee Locomotive Driver to join our team in Parkes, NSW. What You’ll Do Complete a structured traineeship program to become a Qualified Locomotive Driver. Reporting To The Superintendent Train Crew, You Will Complete an accelerated traineeship program combining classroom and on-the-job trainingLearn to operate locomotives safely and efficiently in line with safe working proceduresProgress through a structured three-stage development programWork towards obtaining a TLI42622 Certificate IV in Train Driving upon successful completion What You’ll Bring A strong safety-first mindset and commitment to Safely Every DayAbility to work rotating 24/7 shifts, including nights and weekendsFlexibility to work away from home when requiredBasic computer skills and strong communication skillsCurrent C Class Driver’s LicenceSchool Certificate or equivalentNo prior rail experience required – full training provided 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 leaveNovated LeasingFitness PassportPurchase leave programAccess 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? Click ‘Apply Now’ and start your journey with Pacific National. Learn more at https://www.pacificnational.com.au/careers Applications close: 15 March 2026 Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.
