Graduate Engineer - Sydney

About Us:

Network Rail Consulting (NRC) is the international consultancy arm of Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain’s railway. Since 2013, we’ve delivered over 200 consultancy contracts across Australia, the Middle East, and North America, supporting government agencies, public and private organisations, and passenger and freight operators.

Our reputation is built on consistently high levels of client satisfaction and technical expertise. We are driven by our core values: Agile, Always Safe, Care About People, Collaborative, Impartial and Passionate. 

We offer a competitive and flexible employee experience, including: 

·       Highly competitive market rate salaries; 

·       Generous annual leave - 25 days per year, plus the option to buy or sell leave; 

·       Above award Parental Leave program; 

·       Life Insurance & Total Permanent Disability cover; 

·       Novated car leasing arrangements; 

·       Career development pathways; 

·       Learning & development programs; 

·       Rewards Gateway employee discounts; and 

·       Flexible working arrangements. 

About the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Engineer with a genuine passion for a career in the rail industry to join our growing team in Sydney.

You will have a background in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electrical, Civil or Systems Engineering, supported by strong communication skills, effective teamwork, report‑writing capability, and a commitment to learning and development.

This role is structured around a three‑year graduate training program, designed to bridge the gap between education and professional practice. Reporting to a team of management consultants, you will gain hands‑on experience across a diverse portfolio of rail projects, rotating through our departments on a six‑monthly basis.

By the end of the program, you will have been exposed to rail assignments across:

·       Advisory & Strategic Planning

·       Railway Operations

·       Systems Integration & Technical Services

·       Asset Management & Maintenance

·       Project & Program Management

Your work will be varied and may include contributing to research‑based project deliverables, developing technical requirements, and supporting bid and proposal delivery.

Our graduate program also includes:

·       Opportunity to travel to the UK to gain exposure to our parent company, Network Rail;

·       Membership to Engineers Australia (the national body for Engineers with over 120,000 members);

·       Enrolment on the industry recognised development program with Engineers Australia;

·       Professional networking opportunities with rail industry professionals;

·       Internal and external learning and development training courses;

·       Support and access to peers and mentors; and

·       Participation in the 'Go Global Grads Working Group’.

About you

·       You will need to be an Australian citizen;

·       Recently completed a relevant degree (as outlined above);

·       Strong interest in building a career in rail consulting;

·       Able to manage multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines;

·       Reliable, committed and professional in the workplace;

·       Motivated by personal and professional development;

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills;

·       Proven report‑writing capability; and

·       Results‑focused with strong attention to detail.

Sound interesting?

To apply, please submit your resume along with a one-page cover letter outlining your interest in joining an international rail consulting business.

Pre-Employment Checks

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include a national criminal history check, qualification check and references.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

NRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or veteran status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.