Heavy Vehicle Operator
- Operate road trains and single-trailer combinations around Townsville Port and locally, including berth pickups.
- Support ISO cement container movements and ship bulk unloading, completing vehicle pre-starts, defect reports and operational paperwork.
- Work safely with the port operations team, with opportunities to upskill on forklifts, loaders and excavators.
Heavy Vehicle Operator
Location: Townsville Port
Put your MC licence and road train experience to work with Aurizon at Townsville Port.
We’re looking for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Operator to join our Townsville Port team. This is a hands-on operational role offering variety across road train operations, port activities and bulk handling, with opportunities to broaden your skills across forklifts, loaders and excavators.
If you’re a safety-focused driver who enjoys working as part of a practical, high-performing team, we’d like to hear from you.
About the role
As a Heavy Vehicle Operator, you will:
- Operate road trains and single-trailer combinations across Townsville Port and the local Townsville area
- Complete pickups from Townsville Port berths
- Support the loading and movement of ISO cement containers
- Assist with ship bulk unloading activities
- Complete vehicle pre-starts, defect reporting and other operational documentation
- Work safely and efficiently as part of the broader port operations team
- Have opportunities to upskill in forklift, loader and excavator operations
- Access overtime opportunities, including weekend work
What you’ll bring
To be successful, you’ll need:
- A current MC driver’s licence
- Demonstrated experience operating road trains and single-trailer combinations
- A strong commitment to safety and a safe driving record
- The ability to confidently complete vehicle pre-starts, defect reports and operational paperwork
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- A reliable, practical and team-focused approach to work
Highly regarded
The following are advantageous, but not essential:
- Dangerous Goods licence
- Forklift ticket
- Loader or excavator ticket
- MSIC card, or the ability to obtain one
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.
To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers
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