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About the opportunity

Inland Rail launches its Graduate intake for a July 24 Intake.

You will join us on Monday 1st July 2024.

We have opportunities for 4 graduates to join the Environment & Sustainability team kick-starting their careers working on Australia’s largest and most technically complex freight rail infrastructure program.

You will participate in a structured two-year program, which includes at least 3 rotations within the Environmental & Sustainability team. As part of the broader Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) team, you will gain exposure to several environmental disciplines in our state-of-the-art Brisbane office as well as on-site where possible.

You will need to be able to go to the side regularly or for long periods of time.

On completion, you will have the opportunity to work in roles across Inland Rail until it is scheduled for operation in 2027.

Main responsibilities

You will work under the guidance and leadership of experienced team members providing environment support to successfully execute the relevant projects in line with the HSE targets.

Your development program will see you, and will not be limited to:

• Assist in internal audit preparation, administration, reporting and closeout of audit findings;

• Work collaboratively with our construction contractors, and the IR Project Management Team to develop and maintain a strong HSE culture, with open communication and reporting of issues;

• Assist with reporting on HSE performance in relevant reports and forums;

• Assist with identifying HSE and quality trends working with the construction contractor to manage in a timely manner;

• Assist with the preparation, review, and delivery of fit-for-purpose environmental approvals;

• Assist in the review of technical reports and associated documents to support environmental approval processes;

• Provide support to the Inland Rail Sustainability team to assist with program and project deliverables and activities, including but not limited to monthly reporting, organising meetings, and drafting minutes;

• Investigate the feasibility of sustainability initiatives; and,

• Contribute as a team member and support the facilitation and integration of sustainability data in the key systems and processes.

About you

We are seeking enthusiastic graduates who are invested in and committed to their personal and professional development. To be eligible for consideration, you should have completed a Bachelor's in relevant fields such as environmental management, science, or engineering in the last two years, as well as:

• Desire to learn and gain experience in the delivery of environment and sustainability outcomes for major industry/infrastructure projects in both brownfield and greenfield settings;

• Demonstrable ability to work in an organised, well-ordered, and autonomous manner;

• Demonstrable written and oral communication and presentation skills;

• Ability to learn about emerging trends, key benchmarks and statutory and regulatory requirements to inform best practice and value management outcomes for environment and sustainability;

• Strong literacy with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and customised software packages;

• Sound research, analysis and investigation skills, coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Able to deliver effective investigation outcomes and reports within specified timeframes; and,

• A Class C Unrestricted Driver’s License.

Why Inland Rail

• You will join one of the largest infrastructure programs in Australia.

• This project will generate thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in local investment, boosting regional economies and communities right along the alignment.

• Inland Rail is proud to have over 40% female representation and we would like to see these numbers grow.

• Inland Rail is an Agile working environment in our State-of-the-Art office embracing flexible working conditions.

• Inland Rail adopted a collaborative approach to the delivery of the project, leading all parties involved to work toward the same goal. This fosters the displayed behaviours of Respect, Honesty, Integrity and Reliability.

Inland Rail is an equal-opportunity employer

Inland Rail will transform how we move goods around Australia – better-connecting producers to markets and creating new opportunities for businesses, industries and regional communities. The values that drive us and the work we deliver in the program incorporate Future Thinking, Active Engagement, No Harm and Results. We welcome like-minded individuals who value our culture.

At Inland Rail, we celebrate, support, and thrive on attracting people from all horizons and walks of life for the benefit of our employees, our program, and our community. ARTC is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative-action employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to submit their details to us. All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs

Pre-register

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing and provide your current Covid-19 Vaccination certificate or medical exemption prior to securing this role.

If this position is of interest, please click 'Pre-register. Please note that applications are reviewed from the point of advertising. Don’t delay your application. Applications close on 

20th March 2024.