Operational Systems Engineer Graduate (Feb 2025)

Proactively participate in the Queensland Rail Network Graduate Program and contribute discipline-specific skills and knowledge to support the achievement of business objectives.

• Support business-as-usual activities by conducting research and reporting tasks as directed by nominated Supervisor or Leaders
• Contribute to team-based initiatives, tasks and projects to achieve immediate and long-term organisational objectives.
• Liaise with colleagues, managers, customers, and stakeholders as required to support the achievement of Network business objectives and tasks.

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 graduate, you’ll contribute to our proud legacy, and 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 graduate 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. Here’s some of what you’ll have access to:

• Our formal Essential Skills program, helping you develop knowledge and experience.
• Our formal mentoring program with expert leaders.
• Support from the Queensland Rail Young Professionals Network.
• Frequent networking events with other graduates.

Progress that counts

With Cross River Rail changing the way we travel, to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympics, and all the amazing progress taking place in local communities across our state, there has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. Adding to this with over 4000km of regional track, Queensland Rail have endless opportunities for you to support exciting, innovative projects across our state to ensure our network is safe and reliable for all our customers, communities, and industry. Here's just some of what you could be working on:

•  The $764.3 million European Train Control System rollout.
•  Three new Gold Coast line stations, as well as $2.6 billion Gold Coast Faster Rail Project- track Duplication.
• The $7.1 billion Ormeau Stabling and Maintenance Facility project.
• The 65 New Next Generation Rolling Stock (Trains) built in Maryborough.
• Central West line bridge replacement program replacing 16 bridges and repairing 44. 
• Portsmith (Cairns) level crossing upgrade. This is part of a broader program of work consisting     of 18 level crossing upgrades across the Regional business.
• Townsville to Cairns Track Renewal 

What you’ll bring

As an Operational Systems Graduate, a Bachelor of Engineering Electrical/Computer Science is essential. Other than that, we are looking for you to have the following attributes:

• High academic achievement in your degree discipline.
• Substantial level of interpersonal, negotiation, oral and written communication skills.
• Substantial analytical and problem-solving and decision-making skills.

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
• Professional memberships and study assistance

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.