AddressQueensland Rail is an integrated customer and rail infrastructure business servicing the passenger, tourism, resources, and freight customer markets throughout Queensland. The organisation aims to be the safest, best performing and most customer focused railway in Australia.
We have two part time opportunities available for 2nd or 3rd year Civil Engineering students to join our Regional Engineering team located at the Old Station, Townsville.
As a Civil Engineering Student your role will involve providing Civil Engineering services to support the business unit in delivering high-quality, commercially focused Civil Engineering solutions across our regional Network.
About the role
- Assist in designing and documenting railway Civil Engineering infrastructure projects
- Utilize strong influencing, decision-making, interpersonal, and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and represent Queensland Rail
- Identify and suggest opportunities for business enhancement, technological advancement, and innovation
- Collaborate within a team of engineering experts to ensure the delivery of efficient and commercially viable Civil Engineering solutions
- Understand the requirements of professional practice and the Quality Management System to consistently deliver Civil Engineering services that comply with safety, operational, and environmental legislation, regulations and practices
About you
- Able to apply Civil Engineering methods to solve problems and create valuable engineering outcomes for commercial value to Queensland Rail
- Able to comprehend a project or a part of a larger project and produce engineering results tailored to suit business needs
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to foster relationships with stakeholders
- Able to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement that enhance commercial value
- Exhibit leadership by delivering engineering solutions within a dynamic project team
- Able to understand the legal and regulatory landscape relevant to railway infrastructure projects
What Queensland Rail has to offer
- Opportunity to kick-start your career with an industry leader
- Flexible work arrangements – work around your studies
- Hourly base rate between $23.74 - $37.78 plus 12.75% super
- Professional development encouraged and supported
This opportunity offers a flexible work arrangement, where you may work up to two days per week during study periods and full-time during study breaks. Only current Civil Engineering Students will be considered.
For more details please click here to view the full Position Description.
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, apply now!
You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.
Please apply to Civil Engineering Student - Townsville (7315) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 14th April 2024.
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.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Nancy Sanday via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Nancy Sanday with your specific enquiry on nancy.sanday@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
