Supervisor Bowen
- Lead with purpose in a new phase of regional growth
- Excellent work-life Balance in the Whitsundays
- Full Time Permanent position based in Bowen
About us
Pacific National (PN) is the largest provider of diversified rail freight services in Australia. We haul a variety of freight including coal, intermodal containers, steel, and a range of bulk commodities and materials that keep the region’s economy, businesses and households running. We operate nationally with approximately 3,500 staff in over 90+ sites across Australia.
About the role
Our Bowen operations are part of Pacific National’s refreshed direction across the Coal North region. With a dynamic local team, strengthened leadership, and a renewed focus on capability and safety, this is your opportunity to help shape our future on the frontline.
Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Supervisor plays a key role in providing support and leadership to train crew, as well as leading and coordinating the day-to-day operations. This role will have a strong emphasis on safety leadership, people, implementing business improvements, leading diverse teams in a shift work environment and ensuring productive workplace practices.
Key responsibilities include:
- Champion our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity and Own it
- Leading, supervising and supporting operational resources with a strong safety mindset
- Ensuring compliance with rail access policies and procedures
- Building team capability through coaching, mentoring, and performance assessment
- Communicating safety instructions and carrying out safety and performance checks
- Enhancing strong team culture within the Bowen depot
- Delivering excellent service to our customers and supporting continuous improvement
About you
An experienced operational leader who is passionate about leading through change. with a new regional leadership direction and renewed focus on team capability, we’re seeking a professional who brings energy, adaptability, and a future-focused mindset.
Prior rail experience is not essential, however, previous leadership experience in logistics or heavy industry preferable.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, attributes and experience:
- Value Safety above all else and a key focus on maintaining and driving a strong safety culture.
- Experience in leading, coaching, and motivating a multi-faceted team in a busy environment.
- Proven passion for developing your teams and seeing people's goals being achieved.
- Ability to maintain and develop high performance teams
- Proven strengths in problem solving and analytical ability
- Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
- Qualifications in Transport, Logistics or Business Management will be highly regarded but are not essential
The benefits
We prioritise diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where every team member is valued and can bring their authentic selves to work. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Pursue growth and career development
- Access mentoring programs
- Enjoy paid parental leave up to 14 weeks (with superannuation) after just 6 months of service
- Access our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling, free for you and your eligible family members
- Benefit from novated leasing and discounts on select health insurance, travel, retail brands, and more.
Do you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?
If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please outline at the time of your application.
Closing date
Applications close on the 6th of July 2025
Next steps
Are you ready to be part of our future?
To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button below and follow the prompts.
To find out more about Pacific National, our benefits and opportunities we offer, visit our careers page: www.pacificnational.com.au/careers
We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for women, and you can visit our Work180 page Pacific National | WORK180 Endorsed Employer to find out more!
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, live and rail. We pay respect to Elders past, present, and future and to the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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