Safety Graduate (Jan 2024)

Here at Queensland Rail, we believe in investing in our Graduates, our aim is to support and grow you as an individual to help your career in rail get off to the best possible start. Our Graduate Program has seen us voted as one of the Top 75 Graduate Employers in Australia.

For the first time Queensland Rail are looking for an innovative and passionate Safety Graduate to join our Regional Safety, Risk and Assurance team based in Brisbane. Our Regional Safety, Risk and Assurance team provides workplace health and safety, rail safety, electrical safety, assurance and risk management tools, advice and expertise to support the safe and reliable operation of the regional rail network and the delivery of safe, customer-centric long-distance and tourism services across the state.

This role would suit a graduate who has a keen interest in safety, people, technology and data analytics; and a diploma or degree in in Safety, Occupational Health, STEM, IT and/or HR areas.  

As our Safety, Risk and Assurance team look towards the future, we are open to innovation and new ways of doing things – we are challenging ourselves to do better and we want Graduates who are passionate about continuous improvement. As a Safety Graduate you will be flexible and proactive, ready to take on new projects and drive new initiatives that will lead to safer outcomes for our customers. 

During your two years as a grad we will partner you with an excellent graduate mentor who will support and guide you. You’ll also participate in our Essential Skills program, internal networking days with internal guest speakers, regular site tours + coffee catch ups with executives, volunteering opportunities and access to a graduate development coordinator.

About us: 

• We believe in investing in our people and encouraging their individual passions. You will partner with inspiring mentors, take up professional and personal development opportunities whilst gaining exposure to a diverse range of roles.  
• Do meaningful work. As a Queensland Rail graduate you will get to put your skills and knowledge to the test in a safe, supportive and professional environment. Trust us when we say, you won’t be pushing paper!
• We want to prepare you for the future. We want you to become leaders in your own right, through our Essential Skills program we’ll give you the skills to get you started.

About you:

• Degree: You must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in either a Safety, Occupational Health, STEM, IT and/or HR field. An interest in data analysis and exceptional analytical skills are a must for this role. 
• Customer Focused: You will be community and customer focused person who believes in putting their best foot forward every day.
• Think Differently: We want your unique perspective, strong problem-solving skills and innovative skills as we rise to meet our future business demands. 
• Flexible and Adaptable: No two days are the same here at Queensland Rail, you will need to be adaptable, resourceful and open to constant change.

Important information for current Queensland rail employees:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution 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 Candis Hockins via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Candis Hockins with your specific enquiry or send us an email. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.