Graduate Operational Systems Engineer

Connecting Engineering Talent to Queensland Rail.

Where Connection Counts. And everything we achieve is made possible by you!

For 160 years our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state. As a graduate youll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter more sustainable future - and that means incredible things for your career.

Progress that counts: With Cross River Rail changing the way we travel to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympics there has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail.

Life as a Graduate with us:

At Queensland Rail your growth really matters. From our varied and exciting graduate experiences to real support and mentorship youll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the rail industry on Queensland and on your future - and everything you learn will set you and your career apart. Heres some of what youll have access to:

• Our formal Essential Skills program helping you develop knowledge and experience.
• Our formal mentoring program with expert leaders.
• Support from the Queensland Rail Young Professionals Network.
• Frequent networking events with other graduates.
• Opportunity to rotate amongst multiple teams within Operational Systems Telecommunications Systems and have exposure to OperationalSystems Cyber Security.
• Brisbane CBD location.

Queensland Rail Graduate Program Click here to learn about Matts journey.

Build Innovate and Grow with our Operational Systems Engineering team

• Collaborate closely with peers to enhance scalability and performance of Queensland Rails Operational Systems.
• Apply engineering techniques to drive product development and system improvements.
• Work in an agile environment continuously refining delivery to maximise customer and stakeholder value.
• Tackle complex software and systems engineering challenges using a broad range of technologies.
• Contribute directly to business operations while having the freedom to innovate and suggest improvements.

The Tech Behind the Role

In this role youll work with a range of technologies including:

• A predominantly Microsoft-based environment
• Programming languages like C# C and PowerShell
• .NET Framework and AMQP
• SQL databases
• SCADA systems
• Web Apps and Microsoft Azure
• Procedural programming languages

What youll bring

Currently hold a bachelors degree in engineering or be on track to complete by the end of 2025. Within the following relevant disciplines:

Software Engineering Computer and Software Systems Engineering Mechatronics Electrical Engineering or other equivalent degrees that demonstrate significant software development components.

Other than that we are looking for you to have the following attributes:

• High academic achievement in your degree discipline.
• Enthusiasm to be involved in all parts of the Software Development Lifecycle to support the development and maintenance of computer-based operational systems.
• A test and learn mindset with curiosity collaboration and care.
• Substantial level of interpersonal negotiation oral and written communication skills.
• Substantial analytical and problem-solving troubleshooting and decision-making skills.

Position Description

Benefits That Count

At Queensland Rail your growth really matters. From our varied and exciting Graduate experiences to real support and mentorship youll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the rail industry on Queensland and on your future - and everything you learn will set you and your career apart. Heres some of what youll have access to:

• Annual base salary starting at $80993 per annum 12.75% Superannuation.
• QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2000 exclusive discounts and services.
• Prioritise your physical emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services.
• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our access to discounted rates via Fitness Passport.
• Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees if applicable to your role.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates teamwork and continuous improvement.

And more!

Ready to Make a Real Impact

Apply today and start your journey with one of Queenslands most iconic organisations - where your work supports local communities and your future takes off.

Please apply to Graduate Operational Systems Engineer(10424) via our website by clicking onto the Apply button by 11:59pm (GMT10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 23rd November 2025.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.

Our teams are People who Count. We encourage diversity in our teams including different genders age race disability status sexual orientation religions neurodiversity education levels and many more aspects. No two journeys are the same and its because of our differences that as a collective we achieve great things.

If you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process please contactplease contactCynthia Mackenzie via the email below.

Applicants for roles at Queensland Rail may undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing if they advance in the recruitment process. The selection process may also include psychometric assessments pre-employment health checks and background screenings which could involve criminal history and credit checks if this applies to the pre-employment requirements for this role.

For roles that have pre-employment qualifications we will also be required to do formal qualification verification processes to ensure qualifications align to Queensland Rails pre-employment frameworks.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Cynthia Mackenziewith your specific enquiry via Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.