Job Description
Scheduler Train Control

 

 

  • 4_5; 5_4; 5_5 -12 | Days & Nights | Perth Based
  • Multiple Benefits for all employees applicable to all facets of their life
  • Company contribution towards private health cover for employees and immediate family
  • Be part of a technologically advance mine site

  

About the role:

An opportunity currently exists for a Scheduler Train Control to join the Integrated Remote Operations team based in Perth. Reporting to the Senior Scheduler Train Control, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily safe and efficient working of the railway. You’ll ensure all rail traffic movements and wayside maintenance activities are carried out in line with strict safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities

 

Duties:

  • Assume authority for all rail traffic movements and grant access for personnel to work within the railway danger zone. Develop and implement alternate operational plans in response to equipment failures or staffing shortfalls, minimising downtime and maximising productivity
  • Manage the 72-hour lockdown and daily planning horizons, ensuring the delivery and execution of the daily train operations plan
  • Operate the Roy Hill Train Control Systems to maintain safe separation of rail traffic and protect on-track personnel
  • Provide guidance on future work and maintenance schedules to optimise resource use without impacting daily operations

 

Skills and experience:

  • Previous heavy haulage or bulk freight Train Control experience required
  • Working knowledge of Rail Safety national Law and Rail Safeworking requirements and processes
  • Experience with computer-based train control systems, train order and track warrant systems
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Rail Network Control qualifications (desirable)

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About Hancock Iron Ore

Hancock Iron Ore has a portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region, with a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. We have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and McPhee Creek, plus a range of exciting development opportunities.
 
We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

West Perth Headquarters

Located in the heart of West Perth, our headquarters offers a contemporary and collaborative workplace designed to support productivity, wellbeing and connection. From our popular on-site café, serving fresh breakfast and lunch options alongside barista-made coffee, to modern workspaces, rooftop terraces and end-of-trip facilities for active commuters, we've created an environment that combines great facilities with a workplace culture that helps our people thrive.

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and females to apply. We are a fair, diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.

Posting End Date:  21/09/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Operations
Job Location:  West Perth
Posting End Date:  21/09/2026

Please note that recruitment agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this position.