Workforce Coordinator

Workforce Coordinator 

• Pathway into the rail and logistics industry
• Full Training Provided
• Safely Every Day — That’s Our Promise

Join Pacific National, Australia’s largest private rail freight operator. We move critical freight nationwide and are committed to safe, innovative, and sustainable transport solutions.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Workforce Coordinator to join our Intermodal team, supporting customer growth across our national network.

About the Role 

Are you finishing school or early in your career and looking for a pathway into the rail or logistics industry? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Workforce Scheduler to join our Intermodal team. 

In this fast-paced role, you’ll learn how to help coordinate the daily allocation of crew and equipment/assets (500+ train crew, 1,400 wagons, 130 locomotives) to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations across Australia’s rail network. You’ll be part of a fast-paced environment that keeps freight moving safely and efficiently — and we’ll train you in everything you need to know. 

This is a great opportunity for someone with an interest in rail operations, rostering, planning, logistics, or surveillance/monitoring work who wants to start building a long-term career. 

What You’ll Do  

With full training and support, you will learn to: 

• Allocate crew and rolling stock to meet daily operational plans. 
• Maintain and update rosters, including adjustments when things change. 
• Work with internal teams to ensure the right people and assets are in the right place at the right time. 
• Spot potential improvements to make our processes simpler and more efficient. 
• Help ensure compliance with safety, operational, and industrial standards. 

What You’ll Bring  

We don’t expect you to have industry experience — we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and interest in the field. 

This role suits someone who has: 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Good communication skills (verbal, written, and digital). 
• A willingness to learn complex systems and rostering tools. 
• An ability to stay organised in a busy, shift-based environment. 
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset. 

Interest in transport, logistics, rail, planning, or monitoring/surveillance-style tasks. 

Any exposure to labour planning, rostering systems, or heavy industry is a bonus — but not required. 

Full training provided – bring a positive attitude, we’ll teach the rest.  

Why Join Us?

At Pacific National, we value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our benefits include:

• Paid parental leave
• Novated leasing
• Fitness Passport
• Purchase leave program
• Access to EAP through Sonder
• Career development opportunities across a national organisation

We live by our values — Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It — which guide how we work together and deliver for our customers every day.

Ready to deliver what matters?

Click ‘Apply Now’ and start your journey with Pacific National.

Learn more at https://www.pacificnational.com.au/careers

Applications close: 17th of May 2026

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