Job Opportunities in Australia
October 24, 2024
Aurizon
Forrestfield
OTHER & FULL TIME
Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Number:
95326-327199
Work type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Forrestfield
Categories:
Transport Operations & Logistics
About the role:
The Heavy Equipment Operator at the Forrestfield Container Terminal is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient movement of freight, with a key role in assisting with pre-departure checks for containerised freight trains. This includes the installation and removal of twist locks, ensuring containers are secured, and assisting with the loading and unloading of double-stacked trains. The role involves close coordination with equipment operators, and experience with forklifts and Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs) is highly desirable.
Any of the below Tickets/Licenses/Skills would be advantageous:
At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.
Some of our benefits include:
https://youtu.be/PHESx VZ6d QY
Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.
Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.
At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.
To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers
Advertised: 24 Oct 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
The Heavy Equipment Operator at the Forrestfield Container Terminal is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient movement of freight, with a key role in assisting with pre-departure checks for containerised freight trains. This includes the installation and removal of twist locks, ensuring containers are secured, and assisting with the loading and unloading of double-stacked trains. The role involves close coordination with equipment operators, and experience with forklifts and Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs) is highly desirable.
- Safe Operation of forklifts, elevated work platform. Additionally Reach stacker is desirable.
- Assist with pre-departure inspections for containerised freight trains, including ensuring all containers are properly secured, twist locks are correctly installed, and safety protocols are followed.
- Assist in loading and unloading containers, including double-stacked trains, ensuring efficient and safe handling of cargo.
- Operate all vehicles and equipment in line with company policy and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, fatigue and heavy equipment operating guidelines.
- Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a high degree of professionalism.
- Perform general terminal duties as directed including completing basic data entry work in line with your role along with lower-level maintenance of equipment.
- Perform. plant and equipment inspection/prestart as per Aurizon policy.
- Utilise all available competencies and licences and be willing to obtain any necessary licences and tickets for safe and continued operation.
Any of the below Tickets/Licenses/Skills would be advantageous:
- Experience in a rail terminal, logistics, or freight environment is preferred.
- High Risk Fork Lift & EWP ticket.
- Knowledge of rules and regulations of terminals, workplace health and safety, and dangerous goods.
- Substantial skill in carrying out routine tasks associated with terminal operations.
- Experience in heavy operations environment will be highly regarded.
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
- Sound skill in the movement of containerised freight cargo.
- High level of interpersonal skills to grow effective internal/external relationships.
At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.
Some of our benefits include:
- Development and growth opportunities.
- Access to mentoring and development programs.
- Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
- Parental leave program and super booster.
https://youtu.be/PHESx VZ6d QY
Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.
Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.
At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.
To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers
Applications close: 11 Nov 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
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