Remuneration: As per the EA

Calling locals looking to get a start with Aurizon and kickstart their Rail Career! This is a unique opportunity to be trained in-house and become a fully qualified Systems Maintainer. At Aurizon, we understand our environment is unique and obtaining the qualifications for our jobs is best gained by getting that experience firsthand, from skilled Aurizon staff and on the job training.

In this 18-month trainee role, you will develop technical and safety skills within our Network Signalling teams that will see you build a solid foundation and obtain Nationally recognised qualifications as you are mentored by leaders in the field and supported by our Training department.

These are permanent roles, working an 8 day fortnight. Transition to a qualified Systems Maintainer role is dependent on successful completion of the course work, practical application and business requirements.

Salary for this role is $69K + Super, with the opportunity to substantially increase your earnings as you become a fully qualified Systems Maintainer!

These are residential positions. FIFO/ DIDO will not be considered due to our fatigue management policies

What are we looking for?

• Fantastic attitude and a strong commitment to safety

• Ability to travel is a must and previous experience in the rail industry is a definite advantage!

• You must want to work in the outdoors in all weather and able to work as part of a small team.

To be successful in this role you need to complete testing, a medical, reference checks and hold a C-Class QLD Manual drivers’ licence or minimum P2 (preferred)

Our Recruitment Process:

• Online testing
• In person testing
• Interview
• Cat 3 rail medical
• Traffic history infringement check - to be able to provide a safe driving history record
• Reference checking

Successful candidates will commence in July 2026.

All correspondence will be via email so please check your email regularly (please also check junk and spam) so you don’t miss important emails.

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