Developing Engineers Program
The aim of RailCorp's Developing Engineers Program is to develop graduates' capabilities both professionally and technically and to better equip them to fulfil RailCorp's current and emerging needs. A Developing Engineer will play an integral role in the design and delivery of critical engineering and infrastructure projects to meet key business, safety and legislative requirements.
The Developing Engineers Program is a structured two year program, consisting of four six-month rotations across RailCorp to develop expertise in the relevant areas.
The four areas are:
- Design
- Construction
- Maintenance
- Project management/Standards
Who we want
To apply for RailCorp's Developing Engineers Program, it is a requirement to satisfy the following criteria:
- Must have a completed relevant engineering degree between December 2009 and December 2011
- Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident of Australia
- Be available to work full-time
RailCorp will be recruiting Engineering Graduates from the following disciplines:
- Computer Systems/Science
- Electrical
- Mechatronics
- Software
- Telecommunications
- Surveying
- Fire & Life Safety
What we offer
We offer our engineering graduates excellent conditions and benefits including:
- Free travel on NSW trains, buses and ferries
- Structured two year program
- Ongoing development of professional and technical capabilities
- Customised and structured career development plan
- On-the-job training and coaching
- Membership of Engineers Australia
- Sponsorship for Chartered Professional Engineers status
- Access to RailCorp intern and graduate social networks
Recruitment process
Read about the graduate recruitment process.
Frequently asked questions
1. Do I need to be an Australian resident when I apply?
Yes, to be eligible to work for RailCorp, all interns must hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency Status in Australia.
2. What if I have a degree from overseas?
Graduates with overseas qualifications must demonstrate that their degrees have been officially recognised by an Australian university.
3. What is the starting salary?
The current commencement salary, as of April 2011, is $60,504 per annum inclusive of a $2,730 industry allowance. Annual increments are subject to performance development reviews. Compulsory superannuation of 9% is paid by RailCorp.
4. What entitlements will I receive?
RailCorp employees are entitled to:
- 4 weeks annual leave per year (shift workers are entitled to 5 weeks per year)
- 15 days sick leave per year
- Accrued day off every four weeks
- Travel pass valid on the NSW public transport system including, CityRail and CountryLink Trains (within NSW), State Transit Buses and Sydney Ferries.
5. How long does the recruitment process take?
The recruitment process from application opening date to making offers is expected to take between 3-4 months with a tentative start date of October/November 2011.
6. What locations will I be working at?
As an graduate with RailCorp you would be required to rotate through various locations in the Sydney metropolitan area during your program to ensure you obtain experience in all aspects of your chosen discipline.
7. How do I find out if my application has been successful?
RailCorp receives many applications each day, and endeavours to assess and respond to every application as quickly as possible. All applicants will be advised about whether their application will progress once all applications have been assessed. This will be as soon as possible after the advertised closing date. We thank all applicants for their understanding.
The recruitment program is particularly competitive, therefore we anticipate the process continuing for some months to allow careful consideration of all applicants. You will be contacted as soon as we have information about your application available.
Please make sure your e-mail address is kept up to date in your Personal Profile Manager.
8. If I was successful in gaining an Graduate position with RailCorp, when would I start?
The Developing Engineers Graduate Program is expected to start in October/November 2011.
9. How can I be notified of application opening dates?
Register online to see all current RailCorp jobs advertised. Once registered, sign up for Job Alerts and type in the title of the job you are interested in the search criteria, to be automatically notified via email when the positions are advertised.
10. Who do I contact if I'm experiencing technical difficulties in applying online?
Please contact our Recruitment Centre on 1300 783 065, or email recruitment@railcorp.nsw.gov.au.
Testimonials
Read about our current graduates on the Developing Engineers Graduate Program:
How to apply
We are currently in the planning phase for the next intake. Information on future intakes will be provided on this page.
Contact us
If you have any questions about the Developing Engineers Program, please email us at engineering.talent@railcorp.nsw.gov.au.