Description:
Location: Rockhampton or Sarina
Remuneration/Benefit: Attractive base salary + Penalties + Generous daily expenses
As a qualified Protection Officer, you will take charge of the rail safety component of every worksite, assessing and implementing the appropriate protection measures for each task at hand. Your role is vital in ensuring that every team operates in a safe, controlled environment, and you will be the go-to expert when it comes to rail safety protocols .
Your exceptional communication skills will set you up for success as you lead pre-start briefings to ensure everyone is aligned and clear on the safety expectations. You will provide valuable guidance on-site, answering any questions and addressing concerns as they arise. Your leadership will foster a safe, productive environment where both safety and efficiency are top priorities
- 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)
- 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.
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.
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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