Qualified Locomotive Drivers - QLD Coal Expression of Interest

Pacific National

  • Sarina, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Qualified Locomotive Drivers - EOI
  • Opportunities exist across multiple regional QLD locations as part of our Coal operations
  • Excellent EA benefits and offerings
  • Opportunities to develop your career further with our market leading training programs
  • Positions in Bowen, Nebo, Sarina & Coppabella for a January 2026 start
About usPacific National (PN) is the largest provider of diversified rail freight services in Australia. We haul a variety of freight including coal, intermodal containers, steel, and a range of bulk commodities and materials that keep the region's economy, businesses and households running.The OpportunityOur coal operation in QLD operates out of several locations, including sunny Bowen - part of the beautiful Whitsundays region right next to the great barrier reef, Coppabella (Civeo Village lifestyle available), Nebo and Sarina.There are various opportunities to work permanent full time, part time or as a casual, we have roles available now and in the future.What We offer:
  • 6% Retention Bonus paid annually for the life of the current EA
  • Implementing new EA rosters (minimum 134 days off per year):
  • A 6/3, 6/4 roster for Bowen & Sarina depots.
  • Coppabella depot currently operates under a 7/4 roster (with 2 additional days to cash or bank as leave) and drivers can elect to work an even time 7/7 roster, subject to an Individual Flexibility Agreement (IFA).
  • Nebo Depot currently operates under a 7/4 roster (with 2 additional days to cash or bank as leave) and drivers can elect to work a 7/5 roster from, subject to an Individual Flexibility Agreement (IFA).
  • Remote Living Incentives and Civeo village benefits are available for employees working at Coppabella and Nebo depots.
  • All-purpose rate (APM 28% included in the base rate)
  • 6% wage increase over life of the agreement (2% year on year)
  • Reduced lift up / lay back (from 2&4 hours to 1&2hrs)
  • Flexible working arrangements (subject to business needs)
  • Opportunities to relieve at other Pacific National Coal Queensland Depots from time to time (inclusive of accommodation and allowances)
About You
  • Proven locomotive driving experience as a Qualified Locomotive Driver
  • Current Certificate 4 in Train Driving - evidence will need to be provided, please upload your Cert IV in Train Driving in your application.
  • A current unrestricted driver's licence
We are seeking applicants who share our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it. These values help us achieve strong connections with everyone we work with and play an important part in motivating us all to do our best work.Closing dateExpression of interest closes on the 7th of September 2025.Next Steps:Are you ready to be part of our future?To register your interest with us, click on the APPLY NOW button below and complete our simple application form. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in contact.To find out more about careers with us, our benefits and the opportunities we offer, visit our careers pageAcknowledgement of CountryWe acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of​ the land on which we work, live and rail.​ We pay respect to Elders past, present and future and to the​ continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices​ of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Pacific National