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Salary: $67,000 - $70,000 + Relevant Penalties & Allowances if applicableLocation: Rockhampton or SarinaAbout the opportunityAurizon Network is seeking safety focused, flexible and enthusiastic applicants to join the team as Trainee Track Protection Officers, based in Rockhampton or Sarina. These positions are 18-month fixed term full time position, with the ability to move to permanent once the traineeship has been completed for the right candidates.The Worksite Protection team specialise in track protection and are responsible for ensuring the safety of workers on track. We cover a wide range of customers both internal and external the Network.We excel managing multiple workgroups with rail traffic within those sites. We travel to over 25 shutdown closures throughout the year, across all systems with the longest being 5 days!As you develop into the role you will support the current Protection Officers in managing an allocated worksite proactively and autonomously to ensure safe working incidents do not occur.What are we looking for?Fantastic attitude and a strong commitment to safetyAbility to work away extensively on a roster that is subject to change you may be away from home for up to 10 days at a time!Ability to work dayshift, nightshift and weekendsFlexibility with rosters can be a mix of 9 days on, 5 off or 5 days on and 2 off.Enjoy being on the road this role involves frequent driving and travel to various sites ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work environment!You must want to work in the outdoors in all weather and able to work as part of a small team.To be successful in this role you need to complete testing, a medical, reference checks and hold a C-Class QLD Manual drivers'' licence or minimum P2 (preferred)Our Recruitment ProcessOnline testingIn person testing week of the 16 th FebInterview must be available 23 rd 25 th March.Cat 2 railmedicalTraffic history infringement check - to be able to provide a safe driving history record5 years reference checkingSuccessful candidates will commence on Monday 7 April 2026.All correspondence will be via email so please check your email regularly (please also check junk and spam) so you don''t miss important emails.What we offer youAt Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.Development and growth opportunitiesAccess to mentoring and development programsDiscounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brandsParental leave program and super boosterAbout AurizonAurizon 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.CultureAt 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/careersAdvertised: 29 Jan 2026 Applications close: 12 Feb 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr