Specialist Rail Trainer

Queensland 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.

At Queensland Rail we believe safety comes first. Always.

About the role:

Bring your people and technical training skills to accelerate the development of Queensland Rail’s operational staff.

The Asset Training Delivery Team supports development of the design of our training programmes through their subject matter expertise and delivers these training programmes using several learning channels. Our audiences are Queensland rail employees who manage and support the train network in SEQ and Regional areas.

This is a rewarding position currently based at the Acacia Ridge Training Centre (behind the TAFE), moving to our new training facility at Geebung within the next 12 months. This provides an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a meaningful, varied role that combines their technical knowledge with a passion for sharing knowledge.

You’ll collaborate with your peers and with Business Leaders to deliver ASQA and Enterprise based training ensuring that learning outcomes are achieved. The training you will deliver is critical to building the capability of our people working with key systems, processes and tools used to deliver the management and operation of our rail network.

Planned and well managed travel will be required as we have depots all over SEQ and Regional Queensland.

About you:

Demonstrated success in training delivery, working with a variety of stakeholders in a complex environment to assure legislative, enterprise and learning governance is met, as well as:

• Drivers Licence

• Certificate IV Rail Signalling

• Electrical Mechanic Licence

• Attention to detail and the ability to consistently manage learner outcomes.

• Continuous improvement mindset to achieve successful learning outcomes.

• Excellent communication and engagement skills with the ability to develop sound relationships with a diverse stakeholder group.

For further information, including pre-employment qualifications, please read the Position Description *Click here* 

Why Queensland Rail?

Queensland Rail is one of the largest employers in Queensland.  Our diverse range of roles and locations mean that we have a unique opportunity to employ dedicated team members from a variety of backgrounds and skill sets. 

If you thrive in an environment where motivation, teamwork and forward thinking are paramount, then a career with Queensland Rail could be the right step for you.

What’s in it for you?

• Free Citytrain travel to and from your office location.

• Commencement annual base salary of $128,000 plus Superannuation.

• Access to a range of free support services to employees and their immediate families via our Employee Assistance Program.

• Access to other competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment. 

Sounds great, what next?

Your CV and cover letter will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in training and learning methodologies and tools, with a strong focus on learner achievement.

• Experience in complex systems environments

• Strong planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment

• Experience in implementing academic quality assurance practices including assessment

• Certificate IV in Rail Signalling and your Electrical Mechanic Licence

How to apply,

Please apply to Specialist Rail Trainer (6823) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Friday 10th of May 2024.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, 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 Ben Hogan via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Ben Hogan with your specific enquiry via email to ben.hogan@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.