Locomotive Driver - Gladstone QLD

Apply Job no: 7MG8C Category: Operations Career progression opportunities Job security - Long term customer contracts Supportive, inclusive & safety-first culture We'renow looking for asafety focused,qualifiedlocomotive driver to join ourQueensland team at our Gladstone depot to support our Blackwater network. Why Pacific National? Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. With a broad customer base situated across mainland Australia andoperatingin diverse industries, we transporta mix ofcontainerised freight,coal,import/export goods, and bulk commodities. Why you'lllovethisrole: Competitiveremuneration Industry leading training,developmentand support from experienced crews Rosters designed to support safe work Attractive employee benefits;paidparental leave, novated leasing options,FitnessPassportand wellbeing programs Supportive work environment Career development opportunities Inclusive culture What you will do: Prioritise safety in every moment, safely every day Complete pre-start checks andrequiredcompliance documentation Prepare,operateand shut down locomotives in line with operational procedures Maintain clear, professional communication in safety critical environments Monitor train performance and respond to changing conditions Work withteamsto deliver safe, reliable outcomes for customers Whatwe'relookingfor: Full Australian workingrights Certificate IV in Train Driving - essential Valid unrestricted Class C licence and reliable transport Category 1 Rail Medical, musculoskeletal assessment, and ongoing drug/alcohol compliance Qld Safe Working and route knowledge (highly desirable) National Police Check A strong, proven commitment to safety Ability to work a 24/7 rotating roster Flexibility to meet operational demands Why Gladstone? Live and work in the vibrant regional port city of Gladstone, offering strong local communities, coastal living, and easy access to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and Central Queensland hubs. Build a long-term career in a location that supports opportunity, lifestyle, and all stages of life. Ready to Apply? Click the 'Apply' button below. We are a company built on solid foundations with a team of dedicated people, guided by common values;Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, Own It. We care about each other and the work we do, because of this, 'we care more' is the Pacific National core philosophy. Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, work, and rail. Published on 10 Jun 2026, 12:09 AM