At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate heavy machinery and manage freight in a busy terminal environment.
- Company: Join Pacific National, Australia's largest private rail freight operator.
- Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave, fitness perks, and structured training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible rotating roster with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.
- Why this job: Be part of a diverse team making a real impact on Australia's freight transport.
- Qualifications: C Class Driver's Licence and High Risk Forklift Licence required.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
- Terminal Operator - Melbourne Freight Terminal
- Permanent Full-Time Opportunity
- 24/7 Operations – Rotating Day & Night Roster
- Training & Upskilling Available
- Safely Every Day — That's Our Promise
Join Pacific National – Australia's largest private rail freight operator.
Every day, Pacific National transports millions of tonnes of critical freight across Australia, including intermodal containers, coal, steel, and bulk commodities that keep the country moving.
An opportunity has presented itself for a Terminal Operator to join our team at the Melbourne Freight Terminal.
Pacific National is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We welcome applications from experienced operators as well as individuals with strong transferable skills who are looking to build or progress a long‐term operational career.
We are committed to increasing female representation in operational roles and strongly encourage women to apply.
If you bring relevant experience, we want to hear from you.
If you're looking to step into or progress within terminal operations and don't meet every requirement, structured training and support may be provided for the right candidate.
What You'll Do
- Operating Reach Stackers, Gantry Cranes, forklifts, and other terminal equipment
- Loading and unloading containerised rail freight and trucks
- Working safely and efficiently in a busy 24/7 terminal environment
- Following all safety, operational, and compliance procedures
- Working closely with team members and supervisors to meet service and productivity targets
- What You'll Bring
- C Class Driver's Licence (essential)
- High Risk Forklift Licence (LF) (essential)
- Reach Stacker and/or Gantry Crane ticket (highly desirable)
- Experience in a container terminal, rail yard, port, or heavy industrial environment
- A strong safety focus and commitment to safe work practices
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team‐first approach
- Flexibility to work a rotating day and night roster
We welcome applications from experienced operators and people at all career stages.
If you have transferable skills and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't tick every box listed below.
Why join us?
At Pacific National, diversity and inclusion are more than words — they are essential to how we operate.
We are committed to creating a workplace where women feel welcomed, respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Some of the benefits we offer are
- Paid parental leave
- Discounted travel and insurance
- Novated leasing
- Fitness Passport
- Inclusive, values driven culture
- Structured training and development opportunities
- Access to EAP program through Sonder
We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong connections and do our best work every day.
Ready to deliver what matters?
Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.
Terminal Operator - Melbourne Freight Terminal in Maribyrnong employer: Pacific National
Pacific National is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Sydney Freight Terminal where safety and efficiency are paramount. With a strong commitment to employee growth, our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and innovation, supported by benefits such as paid parental leave and fitness programs. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and prioritises a positive workplace culture while keeping Australia moving.
