Road Patroller

Location: Gladstone Region

Remuneration: Attractive remuneration and opportunities for career progression

About the role: Our Civil Infrastructure team are seeking applications from experienced and suitably qualified Road Patrollers or experienced Rail Infrastructure Workers looking to take the next step in their career to fill this permanent, full-time position. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Complete scheduled and ad-hoc road patrols weekly ensuring infrastructure is safe and fit for the passage of rail traffic as per standards
• Identify and manage defects to ensure asset condition is maintained to required standard
• Assess, prioritise, and carry out mitigating repairs to allow safe passage of rail traffic in the event of an infrastructure failure
• Use Aurizon systems to manage information and documentation to maintain compliance to Standards
• Supervise rail infrastructure works and carry out inspections as required
• Be a part of a small team ensuring that work is carried out safety and effectively
• Ensure that safety and performance targets are met by actively promoting safe behaviours

About you:

• Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure (mandatory)
• Road Patroller and CAT 3 Operator qualifications (mandatory)
• Current Drivers Licence (mandatory) and Truck Licence HR or above (preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of track maintenance, inspection standards, systems and processes
• High level of skill in understanding technical aspects of rail infrastructure
• Substantial level of conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills
• Sound Level of Computer Skills and experience using SAP (advantageous)
• High level of both written and verbal communication skills 

 What we can offer you:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees to reach their full potential.  With a National portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with long term and exciting career opportunities.  Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities
• Access to female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mentoring programs
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands
• Parental Leave Program and Super Booster
• As an endorsed WORK180 employer, you can view of policies and benefits here

At Aurizon we believe in connection

It is our ability to connect that strengthens communities, industries and builds economies. It helps to embrace diversity in our workplace and that is the experience we want for everyone. We are building a culture where everyone is seen, heard and valued, because of their diversity. We value inclusion throughout the whole company and encourage you to apply.

About Aurizon

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company.  Each year, we transport more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with international and domestic markets.

We strive for a diverse, collaborative, creative and a high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic work environment.

To learn about us and our company values visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers