Road Patroller

Job summary

Job number

78254-587547

Work type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Blackwater

Categories:

Transport Operations & Logistics

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Job details

Location: Blackwater

Reference: 78256

Remuneration/Benefit: Attractive remuneration, working an 8 on / 6 off Roster + Housing options & locality payment $27k or accommodation provided for rostered days.

About the role:

Our Civil Infrastructure team currently have a permanent full-time opportunity for an experienced Road Patroller to join our Blackwater team. As part of the Network Operations division, you will identify and manage defects to mitigate risk and certify that the network operates in a safe and efficient manner, by ensuring asset condition is maintained to the required standard.

About the Role:

• Provide accurate identification of defects to allow early planned intervention in accordance with the Asset Maintenance Planning regime
• Assess, prioritise and if possible, carry out mitigating repairs to allow safe passage of rail traffic in the event of an infrastructure failure
• Use Aurizon systems to manage information and documentation to maintain compliance to Standards
• Supervise rail infrastructure works and carry out inspections as required
• Be apart of a small team ensuring that work is carried out safety and effectively
• Ensure that safety and performance targets are met by actively promoting safe behaviours

About you:

• Must have a minimum of Cat 3 Hirail Certificate Qualification to be considered for the role
• Certificate III in Railway Infrastructure Worker
• Extensive knowledge of track maintenance, inspection standards, systems and processes
• High level of skill in understanding technical aspects of rail infrastructure
• Substantial level of conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Sound Level of Computer Skills
• High level of both written and verbal communication skills
• Open Drivers Licence (HR)

The roster is 8 on / 6 off with callout responsibilities during rostered days on. The position will be home station Blackwater, and the successful applicant can choose to reside in Blackwater or DIDO may also be considered.

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

Advertised: 28 May 2026 Applications close: 12 Jun 2026