About the role:

As a qualified Protection Officer, you will manage the rail safety component of a worksite and assess the appropriate type of protection for the works being performed. Your excellent communication skills will set you up for success and you will perform pre-start briefing and provide answers to queries as necessary on site.

• Implement appropriate type of protection when there is potential to intrude into the danger zone.
• Assess the risk associated with the rail component of the activity and safety requirements to manage rail traffic through or into a worksite.
• Provide worksite protection details for the Pre-Start Briefing and provide answers to queries as necessary.
• Hand over worksite protection information to the relieving Protection Officer and ensure workers and equipment are clear of the danger zone prior to suspending/releasing any type of protection.
• Variable roster formats with overtime available

About you:

• Protection Officer Level 2 Track Occupancy Authority Qualification (Mandatory)
• Previous experience in similar role
• Current manual drivers’ licence (Mandatory)
• Demonstrate safe work behaviour’s with a high level of excellence
• Flexibility and willingness to travel as required.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills including an elevated level of attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication, consultation and negotiation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggle conflicting priorities.
• Willingness to complete CAT 2 Medical and Psychometric testing as required.

Not offered FIFO

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.

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.

Advertised: 16 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 03 Jun 2024 E. Australia Standard Time