Location : Townsville
Aurizons Townsville depot team is seeking a safety focused Heavy Equipment Operator to join them on a full time permanent basis. This role will see you operating various types of mobile equipment such as forklifts reach stackers front end loader excavator.
Remuneration / Benefit : attractive salary package
* Attractive salary package
* Rotating roster of D / S & N / S and weekend shifts as well as opportunity for overtime.
* Permanent full time residential position with Australias Largest Freight Operator.
About the role :
* Operate various mobile equipment ranging from 3 tonne forklifts up to 45 tonne reach stackers.
* Loading and unloading of various containerised / palletised freight for trucks and rail line.
* Communicate effectively via two-way radios with team members and coordinator.
* Conduct relevant pre-start vehicle checks for operating machinery
* Perform general terminal duties as directed including computer work and minor servicing of equipment
About you :
* Must hold a current High Risk Forklift licence (LF)
* High Risk Reach Stacker Ticket (RS) (preferred)
* Front end loader / Skid steer / Excavator (preferred but not essential)
* C Class drivers licence
* Previous experience in forklift operations (Container operations preferred)
* Ability to carry out routine container movements using a forklift (50 movements per day)
* Ability to use tablet accurately
* Strong safety awareness and commitment to zero harm
* Reliable attendance and punctuality
* Willingness to work flexible hours including nights weekends and public holidays
What we offer you :
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.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
About Aurizon.
Aurizon is Australias 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
Key Skills
* Mechanic Experience
* Crane
* Caterpillar
* Construction Experience
* Heavy Equipment Operation
* Water Truck Experience
* Commercial Driving
* Paving
* Dozer
* Equipment Repair
* Excavator
* Front Loader Truck
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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