Terminal Operator – Adelaide Freight Terminal
Kickstart your career in the rail industry
Hands‑on operational role with training provided
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 a Terminal Operator to join our team in Adelaide Freight Terminal in Regency Park.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Terminal Supervisor, you will:
Support container loading and unloading using a reach stacker
Safely perform shunting duties within the terminal
Marshal locomotives and rail wagons in preparation for departure
Provide safety-critical communications to incoming and outgoing rail services
Contribute to the safe and efficient movement of freight across the PN network
Work a 24/7 forward-rotating roster (38 hours per week on average)
What You'll Bring
To be successful, you will be an adaptable team player who thinks ahead, enjoys a challenge, and takes pride in safe, accountable work.
You Will Also Have
Current C class driver's licence
General computer proficiency
Strong communication skills
Previous experience in heavy industry, logistics or transport (advantageous)
A mechanical, processing or trade qualification (desired)
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.
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Applications close: 15th of March 2026
Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.