At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate train movements and ensure safe operations across Queensland's rail network.
- Company: Join Aurizon, Australia's largest rail freight operator with a focus on safety and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, structured development, mentoring, and discounts on health insurance and travel.
- Other info: Residential role in Rockhampton with a 24/7 rotating roster and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a critical role while building a long-term career.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Remuneration/Benefits: Competitive starting salary and opportunity to build a specialist career with nationally recognised qualifications, structured development and long-term opportunities. Bring your transferable skills and willingness to learn, and we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed.
At Aurizon, safety comes first. As a Network Controller, you'll play a critical role in the safe and efficient operation of one of Australia's largest rail networks, coordinating train movements and keeping freight moving across Queensland. No rail experience? No problem. We're looking for people with transferable skills, a safety mindset and a willingness to learn. We'll provide the training, mentoring and support you need to succeed.
You'll initially be offered a 9-month training contract and complete a nationally recognised qualification and build a long-term career within a highly skilled operational team. Based in Rockhampton, this residential role is not FIFO or DIDO. Once qualified, you'll work a 24/7 rotating roster of 9 shifts per fortnight. Success in this role requires strong concentration, attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm under pressure. You'll work independently and collaboratively to support safe and reliable rail operations.
About you: Our Network Controllers come from a wide variety of industries and professions. While some have rail experience, many have successfully transitioned from defence, emergency services, mining, logistics, hospitality, retail leadership, customer service and other operational environments. What they share is strong communication skills, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure in a safety-critical environment.
You will bring:
- A strong safety-first mindset and the ability to follow detailed processes
- Clear and confident communication skills
- The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a time-critical environment
- The ability to remain calm and focused when working under pressure
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- willingness and ability to work in a residential role based in Rockhampton on a 24/7 rotating roster
What we offer you: At Aurizon, we invest in our people and support long‑term careers. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer meaningful work, development opportunities and the chance to be part of something bigger. Our benefits include:
- Structured development and career 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 superannuation booster
About Aurizon: Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX‑listed company. Each year, we transport more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with domestic and international markets. Our work is essential to Australia’s economy and regional communities.
Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture. At Aurizon, everyone matters. We are proud of our diverse, inclusive and high‑performance culture, where people feel supported, respected and empowered to grow. We value collaboration, care for one another, and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where our people can thrive.
Network Controller employer: Aurizon
Aurizon is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative work culture where innovation and data-driven decision-making thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer extensive professional development opportunities and the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of our business. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a supportive environment that values diversity and encourages creative problem-solving.
