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You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

Queensland Rail is built on true connection. And everything we achieve is made possible by you.

For over 150 years, our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state.

As a Student Engineer you’ll contribute to our legacy, and help us help us build an even brighter, more sustainable Future – and that means incredible things for your career.

Your opportunity

At Queensland Rail, your growth really matters. From our varied and exciting experiences to real support and mentorship, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the rail industry, on Queensland and on your future - and everything you learn will set you and your career apart.

We are looking to engage Engineering Students from the following disciplines:

• Civil / Structural
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Telecoms
• Software development

As a Student Engineer with Queensland Rail, you will:

• Get focussed time with a functioning engineering team
• Get involved in engineering projects for small jobs delivering projects under direction of an RPEQ engineer.
• Visit site works and inspect assets.
• Analyse Data.
• Develop reports to support our asset management and maintenance work.
• Get support for developing and delivering a thesis with a topic relevant to work at Queensland Rail.

What you’ll bring

We are looking for you to have the following attributes:

• Understanding of engineering methods to solve problems and provide engineering deliverables that provide commercial value to Queensland Rail.
• Understanding of a project or component of a major project and deliver business focussed engineering outcomes.
• Substantial level of interpersonal, negotiation, oral and written communication skills including building relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits that Count

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of meaningful benefits, all designed to help you bring your best, including:

• Free travel to and from work, home and duty on our train network
• A fitness passport and annual flu vaccinations

Please apply to Student Engineer (5681) via our website by clicking on the "Pre-register" button by July 2024. 

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

We’re a team of thousands and we’re proud of our individual, diverse journeys and stories. And as we grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity, please contact Megan Wood with your specific enquiry via email qrcareers@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.