Job Description

Driver Trainer – Kalgoorlie WA

• Train, mentor and develop the next generation of train drivers
• Enterprise Agreement benefits apply – role covered by the EA
• Permanent full-time opportunity based at the Kalgoorlie Terminal
• Safely Every Day — That’s Our Promise

Join Pacific National – Australia’s largest private rail freight operator

Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. We haul coal, intermodal containers, steel, and bulk commodities that keep Australia moving.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Driver Trainer to join our WA Training team, supporting operations at our Kalgoorlie Terminal.

What You’ll Do

Train, assess and mentor train drivers to ensure safe, compliant and capable rail operations.

Reporting to the Superintendent Training, you will:

• Plan, prioritise and deliver compliant technical driver training
• Train, assess and mentor train crew to meet Rail Safety Worker competency requirements
• Develop and manage individual training plans aligned to operational needs
• Ensure competencies, assessments, currency and records are completed on time
• Work closely with Operational Leaders and Training Specialists to ensure consistent outcomes
• Promote a strong safety culture and knowledge-sharing environment

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Mainline or Mentor Driver (currently accredited)
• Strong track record of safe locomotive operations
• Current Cert IV in Train Driving
• Cert IV in Training & Assessment (TAE) – or willingness to obtain
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement
• Ability to coach, assess and mentor others effectively
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office and training/compliance systems)
• Clear and confident communication skills at all levels

Why join us?

At Pacific National we value the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted.

Some of the benefits we offer are:

• Paid parental leave
• Novated Leasing
• Fitness Passport
• Purchase leave program
• 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?

Click ‘Apply Now’ and start your journey with Pacific National.

Learn more at https://www.pacificnational.com.au/careers

Applications close: 31st of May 2026

Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.