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Terminal Operator - Tennyson

LocationLofter St, Tennyson QLD 4105, Australia
Work TypeFull time
Positions1 Position
Published At:a day ago
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Job no: EMTKR
Category: Operations

Terminal Operator - Tennyson

  • 12 hour rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends
  • Permanent opportunity located within our Tennyson depot
  • Safely Every Day — That’s Our Promise

Join Pacific National – Australia’s largest private rail freight operator

Every day, Pacific National moves the goods that keep Australia moving – from intermodal containers to coal, steel, and bulk commodities.

An opportunity has presented itself for a Level 3 Terminal Operator to join our Tennyson Intermodal team. This is your opportunity to be part of a high-performing team that plays a vital role in loading and unloading freight safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

As a Level 3 Terminal Operator, you’ll play a critical role in the coordination, planning, and safe execution of train movements within the terminal.

Reporting to the Supervisor, your day-to-day will include:

  • Efficient assembly and dismantling of trains
  • Operating top lift container forklifts and other load-shifting equipment
  • Processing freight and documentation into a computerised system
  • Conducting train examinations and brake testing
  • Supporting shunting activities as required
  • Adhering to all safe-working and operating procedures

This role operates on a rotating shift roster, including nights and weekends.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a forward-thinking team player who takes pride in doing things safely and efficiently. You’re accountable, reliable, and ready to take on a challenge.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

  • Heavy Forklift Licence
  • Full Driver’s Licence
  • General computer proficiency
  • Experience in train inspection, ground shunt, and trackside safety
  • Shunt driver qualifications (highly regarded)
  • Safety-first mindset and strong accountability
  • Team player with a proactive attitude

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 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

Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.

  • Published on 20 Aug 2026, 11:40 PM