Terminal Operator (Reach Stacker Operator)
- Operate a range of heavy equipment including reach stackers and forklifts.
- Manage container and freight movements safely and efficiently.
- Support terminal coordination and contribute to a positive safety culture.
Location: Pimba, with travel to other BHP sites as required
- 7:7 roster
- Support Aurizon’s BHP contract
- Adelaide - FIFO
- Whyalla, Port Augusta & Port Pirie - DIDO
About the Role
Aurizon is proud to support BHP, servicing their copper operations across Pimba, Olympic Dam, Prominent Hill, and Carrapateena. This is a significant milestone for Aurizon Bulk and forms part of our expanding supply chain footprint in South Australia. Aurizon has operational teams at each of these key locations, creating long-term opportunities in a growing region.
As a Terminal Operator based at Pimba, you’ll work on a 7 days on / 7 days off roster and may be required to support operations at other BHP sites. You’ll play a critical role in delivering safe and efficient freight services across our terminal network. This hands-on role involves operating a variety of heavy equipment and supporting daily coordination, freight documentation, and site safety activities.
Key responsibilities:
- Operate a range of equipment including reach stackers, forklifts, front end loaders, lidlifters, scissor lifts, and boom lifts
- Safely manage container and freight movements in line with daily operational plans
- Perform basic inspections and ensure all equipment documentation is accurate and compliant
- Support terminal coordination, including basic marshalling tasks and transport system updates
- Induct customers and contractors in line with site safety protocols
- Contribute to a positive safety culture and high-performance team environment
About You
We’re looking for reliable, safety-conscious individuals with a strong work ethic and team mindset. The following tickets and licences are highly regarded (training may be provided for the right candidates):
- Forklift (10 tonne capacity)
- Front End Loader
- Lidlifter
- Reach Stacker
- Stand-Alone Rotator
- HR Truck Licence
- EWP – Elevated Work Platform
- Working at Heights
You will also have:
- A proactive and adaptable attitude
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Strong attention to detail, especially regarding safety and compliance
- Flexibility to work across day, night, weekend, and public holiday shifts on a rotating roster
- Ability to meet all pre-employment requirements including a National Police Check, reference checks, and a medical assessment
What We Offer
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.
About Aurizon:
Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions 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.?
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
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