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Queensland Rail

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  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

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Brisbane, Toowoomba, Townsville

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Learn a trade as you get paid! Pre-register for Queensland Rail's apprenticeship program now!

Opportunity details

Opportunity Type
Apprenticeship or Traineeship
Number of Vacancies
20-30
Salary
AUD 26,000 - 61,500 / Year

Plus generous superannuation, free rail travel and on the job learning

Application dates

Minimum requirements

Accepting International Applications
No
Qualifications Accepted
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Building
Carpentry
Heating, Ventilation & Cooling
Flooring, Plastering & Tiling
Plumbing & Gasfitting
Bricklaying & Stonemasonry
Electrical
Glass & Glazing
Landscaping & Horticulture
Automotive

Hiring criteria

Entry Pathway

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Working rights

Australia

  • Australian Citizen
  • Australian Permanent Resident
  • Australian Work Visa (All Other)
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  • Pre-register now for our 2025 Apprentice Program
  • Join the team at Queensland Rail to learn a trade as you get paid!
  • Multiple opportunities across South-East Queensland.
  • Work towards a qualified trade role, helping Queensland Rail be ready for the 2032 Olympics.

Starting end of January 2025, we invest in your career journey with us! Over the next 4 years, our apprentices will be trained and mentored in our diverse and supportive workplace – whether you are a school leaver, parent returning to the workforce or looking for a career change.

You’ll receive specific training to become qualified in your trade in one of these rewarding and sought after roles. Training covers both on the job and TAFE classroom-based learning. It is a requirement of the role that you successfully complete all training and assessments across a range of learning modules throughout this time. 

Apprenticeships on offer:

  • Electrical
  • Mechanical Fitters
  • Telecommunications
  • Traction

To be successful you will need to demonstrate a willingness to learn and a passion for the trade.  The ability to work in a team environment and follow instructions with a commitment to safety at all times is essential.

Queensland Rail values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Benefits working at Queensland Rail:

  • Apprenticeships will be paid in accordance with the relevant Queensland Rail Enterprise Agreement
  • Free rail travel to and from work + discounted rail travel for off-duty travel on the SEQ and long-distance travel networks.
  • Professional Development and membership opportunities
  • Salary packaging and novated vehicle leasing
  • Fitness Passport is a discounted health and fitness program providing access to range of gyms and pools.
  • Employee Assistance Program covering career, conflict management, nutrition, and family support and assistance.
  • Flu Vaccination Program

Hiring criteria

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Entry Pathway
Degree or Certificate
Minimum Level of Study
Associate Degree or higher
Study Field
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Automotive
Bricklaying & Stonemasonry
Building
Carpentry
Electrical
Flooring, Plastering & Tiling

Work rights

The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

country
eligibility

Australia

Australia

Australian Citizen

Australian Permanent Resident

Australian Work Visa (All Other)


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