Rhys Wilkinson
“In rail every problem is slightly different and that makes you think outside the box.”
Paloma Zafra Tunon
"If you like engineering, the rail industry gives you possibilities for almost everything."
Lynne Boag
"After having no real interest in trams, I now find them fascinating."
Dianne Banks
“In rail, engineering isn’t just about numbers it’s about people and innovation.”
Naomi Davies
"I like the problem-solving aspect of the job, working out how to protect the work crew."
Nia Schuhen
“I’m proud of my role in helping 30 million passengers a year arrive safely at their destinations.”
Jade Watson
“Queensland Rail has a huge focus on safety and well-being. It’s made it a great place to work.”
Amer Aboul-Hosn
“In rail you’re always surprised with what you find, what you learn and who you interact with.”
Margaret Fisk
“I swapped from being a full-time mum to being a train driver ... now I'm a driving instructor."
Hannah Rice
“In cyber security you have to put yourself in the hacker’s mind … just thinking about how and where they might launch an attack is fascinating.”
J.C. Pook
“I get great satisfaction from seeing my designs being built and used by the public.”
Daniel Calebrano
"Our priority is to ensure that the overhead network and the infrastructure for powering trains and trams are kept in peak condition.”
Simon Mills
“Once I got into Queensland Rail, I realised how big the electrical field in the sector is. And how many different avenues in rail there are."
Therese Martinovich
“Rail is transforming every day. It’s so dynamic, and such a diverse industry.”
Kaine Hadlow
"It’s interesting and quite a challenge to meet KPIs for local content and social procurement."
Chelsea Winskill
“There’s a lot of collaboration in rail. It’s a great working environment”
Shanil Perera
“There’s so much new technology, so many opportunities, and so much new growth coming.”
Donna Daly
“Being part of a focus to improve safety and prevent injuries is incredibly rewarding.”
Renae Carter
“What I love about rail is the diversity of opportunities, the support of the training and the passion of the people.”
Nathan Hines
“Rail presents workers with so many different career pathways.”
Bryan Lai
"It never occurred to me that I could get a job that would keep me interested for life."
Kawtar Hadjadj
“Rail is exciting and innovative …There are so many opportunities to do new things.”
Charlotte Budge
“I would recommend a job in rail to anyone who doesn’t like sitting at a desk each day.”
Glen Mitchell
“I’ve worked the hi-rail along the tracks from Newcastle to Brisbane. Rail has been an amazing adventure.”
Ruw Palapathwala
“Rail stations leave a lasting impact on communities. I love being a part of that.”
Patrick Raymond
"I enjoy anything that involves problem-solving and good career options ... rail certainly provides that."
Christine Konings
“I’m required to be creative, to think outside the box.”
Jordan Ward
“Joining the railways was probably the best decision I’ve made.”
Expand your career options
Rail urgently needs more welders, signallers, electricians, drivers and network controllers.
We're also looking for new and high-tech skills in areas like cyber technology, digital engineering, human factors, robotics, data analytics and more.
As roles change so does the face of rail. The industry today is providing meaningful, well-paid career opportunities for women and people from First Nations and diverse cultural communities.
By choosing to work in rail, you're choosing to be part of something big. Your job is making a difference to the communities and regions you're helping to connect.
Check out our training pathways and start your journey to a new rail career today.