Location: Sarina or Rockhampton
Remuneration/Benefit: Starting $130k + Super + generous daily tax-free allowances when traveling
Our Trade Operator roles are dynamic and hands-on, offering variety every day.
We are recruiting for two types of Trade Operator positions. In both, you will apply your trade skills to maintain, service, repair, and perform approved modifications, with one role focused on production and the other on onsite maintenance.
Production-Focused Trade Operator:
* Work as a key member of your team under the direction of a supervisor.
* Support smooth production operations and contribute to team performance.
Onsite Maintenance Trade Operator:
* Carry out machine maintenance and operating duties across infrastructure works.
* Ensure all work meets required standards to achieve optimum reliability and operational performance.
* Deliver outcomes that meet customer objectives while maintaining safety and quality standards.
About the role:
* Travel across Central Queensland Coal Network (CQCN) for maintenance/closures
* You must have the ability to work away from home on a varying roster consisting of rosters 8 on 6 off, patterns could vary depending on production requirement.
* Your roster is based on a 208-shift count
* Ideally Live in Mackay / Sarina / Rockhampton or surrounding suburbs
About you:
* Certificate III Engineering Mechanical
* Current drivers' licence (Essential)
* High level of skill in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of plant and equipment
* Sound communication skills both written and verbal
* Exceptional teamwork skills and helpful attitude
Sorry FIFO is not offered, however some of staff are happy DIDO and must you meet fatigue guidelines.
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.
About Aurizon.
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.
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