Train Crew Development Specialist – Rockhampton
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Lead the growth and development of others
- 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.
An opportunity has presented itself for Train Crew Development Specialist to join our team in Rockhampton.
What You’ll Do
Support the development, training and assessment of train crew to ensure safe and professional rail operations.
Reporting to the Superintendent you will:
- Plan, prioritise and deliver compliant technical driver training
- Develop and manage individual training plans aligned to operational needs
- Implement and deliver training plans, training sessions and assessment activities
- Train, assess and mentor train crew to meet Rail Safety Worker competency requirements
- Ensure competencies, assessments, currency and records are completed on time
- Work closely with Operational Leaders and Training Specialists to ensure consistent outcomes
- Promote a strong safety culture and knowledge-sharing environment
What You’ll Bring
- Current accreditation as a Locomotive Driver with Cert IV in Train Driving
- Cert IV in Training and Assessment
- Strong track record of safely operating locomotives
- Proven experience coaching, mentoring, influencing and motivating others
- Ability to enhance and contribute to a strong team culture
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels
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
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- Published on 24 Aug 2026, 5:41 AM
