Job Description

• Lead locomotive maintenance execution for a critical element of Pacific Nationals QLD Coal Locomotive Fleet
• Drive performance, asset reliability and operational outcomes through effective on site leadership
• Safely Every Day – That's Our Promise

About your new role

We're looking for an experienced Superintendent Locomotive Maintenance to join Pacific National's QLD Coal business based in Nebo, Queensland.

This is a leadership opportunity where you'll be responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of locomotive maintenance activities. Working closely with Pacific Nationals maintenance teams, maintenance providers, engineering teams and operational stakeholders, you'll maximise locomotive availability, improve fleet reliability and ensure maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements.

You will play a key role in driving maintenance performance, delivering continuous improvement initiatives and supporting long-term fleet reliability outcomes.

Why you'll love this role

• Opportunity to influence maintenance strategy and asset performance across a large locomotive fleet
• Work with Australia's largest private rail freight operator
• Lead critical contractor partnerships and maintenance service delivery
• Competitive remuneration package
• Paid parental leave, novated leasing options, Fitness Passport and wellbeing programs
• Career development opportunities within a national organisation
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Make a tangible impact on safety, reliability and operational performance

What you will do

• Lead and oversee locomotive maintenance activities to maximise fleet availability, reliability and service performance
• Manage a team of service technicians, technical coordinators and shift supervisors
• Monitor locomotive performance, maintenance trends and reliability metrics to identify improvement opportunities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability and maintenance effectiveness
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with rail safety legislation, engineering standards and company procedures
• Support maintenance budgeting, forecasting and business planning activities
• Build strong relationships with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain and external maintenance providers
• Provide leadership, coaching and technical guidance to employees and contractors
• Support incident investigations, risk management activities and corrective action implementation

What we're looking for

• Trade qualifications in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Asset Management or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance, asset management, reliability or engineering leadership roles
• Experience managing large-scale maintenance operations
• Strong understanding of asset management principles and maintenance optimisation strategies
• Proven success improving asset reliability, availability and maintenance performance
• Strong commercial acumen
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working within highly regulated industries such as rail, mining, heavy transport, utilities or infrastructure
• Current unrestricted driver's licence
• Rail industry experience will be highly regarded

Why Pacific National?

At Pacific National, we deliver what matters. As Australia's largest private rail freight company, we play a critical role in keeping the nation's supply chains moving by transporting coal, intermodal freight, steel and bulk commodities across Australia.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace where employees are empowered to grow, contribute and succeed.

Ready to deliver what matters?

Click Apply Now and join a business that keeps Australia moving.

You will be required to successfully complete relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check, medical assessment and ongoing drug and alcohol compliance requirements.

Learn more about careers with Pacific National at www.pacificnational.com.au/careers.