Manager – Driver Training Academy
- Permanent opportunity based in Nebo QLD
- Shape industry-leading programs using cutting-edge simulation and blended learning
- Drive innovation, inclusion, and capability in Australia's rail workforce
About us
As Australia’s largest private rail freight company, we are integral in keeping Australia’s economy moving. With a rich history dating back to 1855 we are incredibly proud of our heritage and the essential role we continue to play in supporting Australia’s supply chain. We haul a variety of freight including coal, intermodal containers, steel, and a range of bulk commodities and materials.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a visionary and hands-on leader to manage Pacific National’s new Driver Training Academy in Nebo. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team, drive innovation in learning delivery, and build the next generation of rail professionals.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead and inspire a training team and a next generation rail training services provider, creating a culture of inclusion, accountability, and excellence
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the academy, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals
- Oversee safe, effective, and compliant training programs, including simulator-based and blended learning
- Oversee the PN RTO compliance and continuously improve learning strategies and a blended learning curriculum
- Build relationships with government, industry bodies, and education partners to expand our training impact
About You
We are looking for a strategic leader with experience in vocational training and operational excellence. You will have an authentic, inspiring, inclusive, energetic, and engaging leadership style as well as understand the compliance landscape and know how to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.
Key skills, knowledge & experience you will bring:
- Extensive leadership, and business management
- Intuitive grasp of general business and regulatory compliance requirements
- Excellent influencing skills to create and maintain positive internal and external relationships
- Good knowledge of current and emerging national industry skills challenges
- Qualifications in adult education or vocational learning (desirable)
- Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management experience
- Current Class C driver’s licence
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.
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!
We are seeking applicants who share our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it. These values help us achieve strong connections with everyone we work with and play an important part in motivating us all to do our best work.
Closing date
Applications close 24th of June 2025
Next steps
Are you ready to be part of our future? Click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.
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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