AddressACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 45,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Industry Based Learning Undergraduate Program Winter Intake 2024 - Acciona Rail
ACCIONA Rail has a long-standing reputation as a rail and infrastructure contractor in Australia, providing construction services for major rail and transport infrastructure projects Australia-wide. Our extensive experience and expertise spans across track, signalling, overhead wiring, power, and all associated rail systems. We have the capability to undertake projects of any size and scope, in complex environments, urban, rural, and remote areas, ensuring that our work meets the highest safety, quality and sustainability standards
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Our success is demonstrated through our delivery of a diverse range of key and complex infrastructure projects, this along with being part of the ACCIONA Group of Companies with a presence across 40 countries, and the global leader in sustainability, means that a role with us opens not just opportunities within our thriving Rail business, but opens the door to many opportunities throughout the ACCIONA group of companies Australia wide.
We are proud of our Industry Based Learning (IBL) Undergraduate Program which we have been successfully running for almost a decade. Our program consists of a structured learning and development series and on-the-job training, enabling students to gain necessary hands-on experience, learning alongside rail industry leaders. With an excellent retention rate, our program also gives students the opportunity to develop and grow their careers with the company in a supported environment.
We are offering current undergraduate students the opportunity to apply for our full time IBL Program, commencing in late July 2024. This is a great opportunity for current undergraduate students to kickstart their career in the rail industry, gaining hands-on experience on our exciting projects, whilst they finish their degree.
To be considered for ACCIONA Rail's IBL Undergraduate Program, you must:
- be an Australian Citizen / Permanent Resident, or have other eligible working rights.
- be currently undertaking an Undergraduate degree relevant to the discipline you are applying for and have completed at least 50% of your degree.
- be eligible to complete a professional placement as part of your Undergraduate degree, with the ability to obtain credit for/acknowledgment of the placement from your university or willing to take a leave of absence.
- be able to work full time for the duration of the placement (6 or 12 months).
- be able to obtain a Construction Induction Card (CIT/'White Card'), formerly a 'Red Card'} and Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card, which will require appropriate training, inductions, competencies, roles and medical to perform your duties. You must ensure this card is always current and on hand.
- Hold a current Driver License and have your own reliable vehicle.
What is in it for you?
- 6 or 12 month paid structured University supported placement achieving credit to the completion of your degree.
- An insight into the rail industry in Australia.
- Hands on industry-based experience that will allow you to explore your learning potential and career goals.
- Mentoring and support from colleagues and managers that will encourage innovation.
Required Skills and Competencies
- The ability to follow through on delegated instructions and tasks.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Fluent in the Microsoft Office suite of desktop applications and related software packages.
- Highly organised with exceptional time management and planning abilities, setting own priorities within time constraints, and managing conflicting demands.
- Meticulous in your attention to detail and the accuracy of your documentation and system entries.
- A responsible, mature, and professional outlook.
Applications close on Sunday 31st March 2024.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022 & 2023 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
