Qualified Locomotive Drivers

• Learn: Build upon your existing locomotive driving skills by adding the route knowledge and driving processes for one of Australia's oldest and most unique railways.
• The team: Join our driving ranks as part of the broader operations team which consists of of 110 members across our Rail Operator, Drivers, Supervisory and management teams.
• Balance: Excellent lifestyle roster which allows you to explore all that Launceston and it's surrounds has to offer. 
• Location: 2x Vacant Positions in Burnie. 1x Vacant Position in Devonport
• Remuneration: EA salary position rates + APM (21%) + Superannuation + Call ins + Overtime.

TasRail is looking to expand the Operations team and are looking for Qualified Locomotive Drivers to join our team in the North West Depot! The primary objective of the role is to deliver freight safely to the intended destination.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities 

• Drive trains in accordance with rules and safe practices; 
• Perform general train inspections;
• Undertake ground shunting;
• Fault-finding and minor repairs to motive power and Rolling Stock;
• Perform driver only operations (DOO) and emergency procedures;
• Receive and action safe working authorities direct from train control. Report to train control when required;
• Drive all forms of traction and trains operating at the depot competently and in accordance with TasRail’s safety and operational standards and procedures;
• Apply ‘best practice’ train management techniques competently to ensure efficient and safe train operation and re-certify as required, to meet its business objectives; and
• Perform remote control operations where/when required.

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV Train Driving (Freight) (Essential)
• Certificate II in Shunting (desired)
• Certificate III in Terminal Driving (desired)
• Recent practical experience (Essential)
• A current motor vehicle drivers’ license (Essential)

Benefits we can offer you:

• We support the development and growth of our employee
• Discounted gym membership and private health insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing Professional Development 
• Novated leasing available 

How To Apply:

To apply for this role, please submit your application via our advertisement on SEEK, providing:

• Resume
• Cover Letter, outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.

The Next Steps:

The successful candidate will be subject to:

• Panel Interview
• Category 1 Rail Medical 
• National Police Check
• Reference Checks
• Qualification review by our L&D partner

Please visit this link to read the medical information sheet which outlines the requirements to hold a Category 1 medical as a safety critical worker; 

https://www.ntc.gov.au/sites/default/files/assets/files/National-Standard-for-Health-Assessment-of-Rail-Safety-Workers-2017_1.pdf 

For more information about this role or to view the Position Description, please contact HR TasRail at ***************@tasrail.com.au 

 TasRail is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We encourage all interested applicants to apply however only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.