Rail

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Senior Track Worker

A Senior Track Worker leads a team maintaining railway lines, overseeing inspections, repairs, and installations while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Track Worker

A Track Worker maintains railway lines by installing and repairing tracks, conducting inspections, and ensuring safety procedures are followed.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Rail Worker

A Rail Worker maintains and repairs rail systems, installing tracks and equipment while conducting inspections and scheduled maintenance.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Rail Protection Officer

A Rail Protection Officer ensures the safety of rail workers by implementing procedures, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining clear communication during operations.

Avg yearly income $95,680
Skill level Unknown

Train Driver

A Train Driver operates passenger or freight trains, follows strict schedules, communicates with control, and ensures safety, requiring situational awareness and teamwork.

Avg yearly income $125,320
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in rail

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
TLI37122

Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure
On Campus, Traineeship
5 days
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Track Worker
  • Completed Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Track Worker
TLI27121

Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Worker Rail Worker Rail Protection Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Worker Rail Worker Rail Protection Officer
TLIF0020

Safely access the rail corridor
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $330
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rail Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rail Worker
TLIC2054

Access rail track to run track vehicle within defined worksite
Traineeship
4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rail Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rail Worker
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