Posted: 16/06/2026
Closing Date: 16/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: WA Forrestfield
Job Category: Logistics, Supply & Transport
Company Description
SCT Logistics is Australia’s largest privately owned rail and freight logistics company, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions across road, rail, and warehousing. With over 50 years of experience, we operate a national intermodal network and offer tailored services including cold and ambient storage and specialised freight handling.
Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to safety, innovation, and creating a supportive environment where our team can grow and thrive.
Why SCT?
At SCT we offer a collaborative and inclusive work culture that is built on; Safety, Passion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork. We understand that our values enable us to better understand and serve our customers, attract top talent (like you) and innovate successfully.
Along with a competitive remuneration package we also offer:
- Development and growth opportunities
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Flexible working arrangements
- Top up of government paid parental leave for the first six weeks
- Grandparent Leave
- Novated leasing and salary packaging
- 24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite car park
- Dress for your day policy
To learn more about these initiatives please visit our Careers Page
SCT Logistics is looking for qualified Locomotive Driver to join our Forrestfield Depot on a full-time basis, reporting into the WA Rail & Intermodal Manager. Working 12 hour shifts on a 2 Day – 2 Night – 4 Off Roster, the positions offered provide an ideal work life balance when combined with their Forrestfield location, with the opportunity for additional coverage shifts as they present themselves.
The ideal applicant(s) will be committed, flexible, punctual & reliable team players with excellent problem-solving skills, and a positive can-do attitude. In this role you will be able to showcase your qualifications and skills set in a small professional team environment with like-minded team members.
- Operation of locomotives including mainline, shunting and yard operations.
- Operation of communication systems.
- Working in accordance with SCT Rail’s safety and operational standards and procedures.
- Provision of an efficient and high-quality service to SCT’s Operation Divisions to enable SCT to meet its set business objectives.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of Rail Operations in Western Australia.
Desired Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in rail operations.
- Shunting & Train Driving Qualifications.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Current Track Access Permit (TAP)
- Valid C Class Driver’s License
- Conduct himself/herself in a manner that ensures SCT Rail is recognised as a safe, reliable and quality supplier of rail related services
Other important information
- We reserve the right to commence recruitment proceedings prior to the stated closing date.
- The successful candidate will have to undertake an Australian Federal Police check and Pre-Employment Medical (for certain roles) which will be arranged and paid for by SCT.
- Recruitment companies, need not apply
SCT is an equal opportunity employer and we recognise the value and importance of diversity. We encourage all potential applicants to apply including women and those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
