Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Here at Queensland Rail we believe in investing in our Graduates to set you up for success. We provide you the opportunity to work with various teams on a rotational basis within Mechanical Engineering. As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer you will rotate through multiple areas developing both technical and business knowledge. Through your rotations, you will be given responsibilities to take on real life challenges and assignments where you will develop a better understanding of our core business. As a graduate you will be involved in contributing to multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects including the 2032 Olympic Games and Cross River Rail.

Our graduate program commences in January 2023 however we’ve invested in your journey long after you’ve been offered a role – throughout your two years as a grad we will partner you with an excellent graduate mentor who will support and guide you. You’ll also participate in our soft skills program, internal networking days with guest speakers, regular site tours + coffee catch ups with executives, volunteering opportunities and access to a graduate development coordinator.

Read more about the program here

About us:

• We believe in investing in our people and encouraging their individual passions. You will partner with inspiring mentors, take up professional and personal development opportunities whilst gaining exposure to a diverse range of roles and business areas.
• Do meaningful work. As a Queensland Rail graduate you will get to put your skills and knowledge to the test in a safe, supportive and professional environment.
• Travel. We provide services throughout Queensland and we want our Graduates to experience just how much of Queensland we connect. As a Graduate you’ll have the opportunity to travel and learn across multiple project sites across Queensland.
• We  will prepare you for the future: Which is why we can offer you up to 17.5% superannuation. We want you to become leaders in your own right, through our Essential Skills program and leadership training, we’ll give you the skills to get you started.

Graduate Engineers with Queensland Rail commence on a salary of approximately $67,900 + Superannuation + free rail travel. This salary is reviewed annually based on performance.

Eligibility: 

• Engineering degree: Are you in your final year of study? Or have you completed an undergraduate degree or postgraduate study in the last two years?
•  Are you available to start full time? When you apply, will you be a permanent resident, or an Australian or NZ citizen?

Your application journey – we hope you enjoy it.

1. Submit your application
2. Complete online questionnaire
3. Assessment centre
4. Reference checks and medicals
5. Offer

Please apply to Graduate Mechanical Engineer (3469) via our website by clicking onto the “Apply” button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Friday the 9th of September 2022

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

Queensland Rail embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way.  We have built the foundation for diversity in the areas of gender balance, First Nations Peoples, Youth, Disability and Multiculturalism. We continue to establish and integrate key programs such as QRWomen, Graduate and Apprentice Programs, Work and Welcome, Returned to Work processes, Employee Assistance Program, as well as Queensland Rail First Nations and LGBTIQ+ Staff Reference Groups.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Ellie Proctor with your specific enquiry on 1800 115 000 or email qrcareers@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.