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OverviewSouthern Shorthaul Railroad is a progressive privately-owned rail operator, providing services throughout New South Wales and Victoria. Our focus on customer service has helped forge our reputation for safety, quality, and reliability.We are currently recruiting Permanent Fully Qualified Freight Train Drivers for work out of Cootamundra. Our Freight Train Drivers operate trains in a safe, effective and efficient manner and work collaboratively by:Assisting with freight haulage tasks in accordance with SSR policies and proceduresPreparing and provisioning locomotives and wagons for train operations by following SSR proceduresPerforming minor fault repairs and failure rectifications in-fieldUndertaking maintenance tasks and assisting rolling-stock maintainers to validate the integrity of rolling stock (including brakes), and ensuring all operational systems are safe and effectiveConducting themselves in a professional manner with a strong customer and safety focusEnsuring a commitment to established processes and management of risks with the objective of zero injuriesSSR maintains a drug and alcohol-free work environment, with regular testing of employees and a zero tolerance for positive test results.In pursuit of customer focused service delivery outcomes, these positions may:Require frequent remote working away from a home depot (booking off)Require rostering that will vary upon customer requirements, including weekends and shift workRequired qualifications and attributesCurrent or previous NSW Safeworking QualificationsEvidence of route qualifications/experienceCategory 1 Rail Safety Workers Medical or willingness to obtain oneCurrent National Police Check or willingness to obtain oneA high level of literacy, numeracy and comprehension skillsA commitment to a safety culture, and a can-do customer focusProfessionalism, integrity, reliability and a positive attitudeAdditional informationRelocation assistance available for the right candidatePlease submit your application including resume and cover letter addressing the key requirements via SeekDue to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contactedWebsite notesThis role is based in Cootamundra. Decisions will be made based on experience and suitability. The following may be useful questions to answer in your application: which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Australian driver''s licence? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? How many years'' experience do you have as a Train Driver? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Are you willing to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening? Are you willing to relocate for this role? #J-18808-Ljbffr