Driver Trainer
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Job Number:
66518-546258
Work type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Hexham
Categories:
Train Driver
Location: Hexham
Remuneration/Benefit: NSW Coal EA level 5
About the role:
Aurizon is seeking a dedicated Driver Trainer to join our Hexham depot. Be instrumental in the in the success of Australia’s largest rail freight operator and perform an integral role to contribute to the continued success of our Coal business in the Hunter & Gunnedah regions. This role will see you provide mentoring and coaching to both Trainee & Qualified Locomotive Drivers within competency-based frameworks in order to safely drive a train to meet business objectives.
* Motivating, instructing, mentoring, coaching, and assessing drivers.
* Develop a supportive relationship with train drivers and support the training program objectives.
* Instruct and coach employees in train management competencies, procedures, and route competencies to high standards.
* Deliver and maintain training and assessment plans, required reports, learning documents, logbooks, and check sheets.
* Perform fair assessments of employees to high safety standards whilst utilising a range of upskilling methods to ensure competencies are maintained.
* Plan and organise competency and learning programs.
* Perform administrative duties including maintenance of required files and training records.
About you:
You are a natural teacher who has an encouraging and calm approach. You will be a self-starter who, possesses the ability to give constructive advice.
* A Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)- mandatory
* Hold a valid 'C' class driver's licence- mandatory.
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (well regarded)
* NSW Safe working System qualifications
* Route knowledge of the Hunter Valley
* Ability to train and give clear instructions.
* Great communication skills, both verbally and written
* Ability to work in teams effectively to achieve goals.
* Good organisational skills, including the ability to keep accurate records.
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, 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.
Advertised: 28 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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