How do I become a rail worker
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In Australia, a full time Rail Worker generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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This industry has seen moderate employment growth in recent years. There are currently 5,800 people employed as a Rail Worker in Australia, compared to 5,500 five years ago. Rail Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re planning a career as a Rail Worker, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure. You’ll address various topics including safety procedures and environmental protocols. This course allows you to specialise in track work, track surfacing, structures or train and light rail. A Certificate IV in Rail Infrastructure may also be appropriate.
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Rail Worker careers
A Rail Worker performs maintenance and repair work on rail track systems. You might work on tracks, signals or other rail equipment. Rail Workers might install new tracks or equipment, carry out inspections of existing rail work systems or perform scheduled maintenance throughout a rail system. You might work on freight or passenger rail systems, tram tracks or industry-specific systems including mining.
Rail Workers should be physically fit and willing to work in a range of weather conditions. It’s important that you can work as part of a team and follow instructions closely. Rail Workers should have excellent attention to detail and good problem solving abilities. You’ll need to be able to follow correct procedures at all times.
