James Cook University Careers Directory Profiles

I have learned about the immense breadth and scale of KiwiRail and its contribution to New Zealand and how ‘small’ initiatives can have an extensive impact.

If you have a dream or goal, just start where you are with what you have and don’t worry about any of the reasons why you think you can't do it.

Iain Riek studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical), First Class at CQU; Rockhampton and is now a Graduate Engineer Mechanical / Mining at South32.

I think a vast array of people can do project management. I think what you need to thrive in it is communication and people skills. Those are the most important. Having other administration skills and computer skills is helpful. The technical skills you can always learn, but having the right attitude and soft skills is really important.

The Graduate Program has helped me develop my professional skills by providing opportunities other employers don’t offer.

Meet Shaye Blanchfield, Graduate Electrical Engineer, making an impact in her field and helping shape the future of the electricity industry in Queensland, in a tangible way.