Start your career with Australia’s leading provider of rail and transit systems
Join Downer Rail & Transit Systems
Work on groundbreaking projects – transforming the future of transport in Australia and beyond
Australia’s leading provider
We are a leading provider of rollingstock asset management services in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole-of-life asset management support to our customers.
Our capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions for complex projects and spans every project phase, from design and manufacture to through-life-support, condition monitoring and data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations and comprehensive overhaul of assets.
Start your career with us
Whether you’re still studying your degree, or nearing graduation, we have an entry-level program for you.
We offer opportunities for a variety of disciplines including: mechanical, electrical, human factors, quality, commercial, ICT, mechatronic, environmental, data analytics, accounting and business.
Learn more about which opportunity is right for you
School leaver or mature age applicant looking for an apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Program
For school leavers and mature aged applicants, our four-year full-time fixed-term Apprenticeship Program provides hands-on training, technical skills and TAFE studies leading to a career as a qualified tradesperson or the opportunity to progress to a Fleet Maintenance Technician.
Benefits:
- Competitive apprenticeship rates
- Full time four-year paid program with on-the-job training
- One-on-one mentoring, networking, and buddy support
- Hands-on workshop experience
- Completion of TAFE modules within set timeframes
- Qualified trade role upon completion
Current university student looking for a cadetship
Cadetship program
Available to 3rd or 4th year university students as a one-year paid program. Stay where you study, while working either part-time (minimum 24 hours a week) or full-time. At the end of the program, there is a pathway into our fast-tracked 18-month Graduate Program.
Benefits:
- Industry leading competitive salary
- Stay where you study
- Allocated a mentor and a buddy
- Hands-on experience
- Networking and industry event opportunities
- Professional development opportunities
- Pathway into our Graduate Program on completion of your studies
Final year or recent university grad
Graduate Program
For final year university students and recent graduates, our full-time 18-month fast tracked Graduate Program will provide key industry knowledge and on-the-job experience, with a permanent role on completion.
Benefits:
- Industry leading competitive salary
- Three x 6-month rotations across Australia at our key hubs
- Allocated a mentor and a buddy
- Hands-on experience
- Networking and industry event opportunities
- Professional development opportunities
- Permanent role on completion
Apply today
Complete our EOI form today to apply for an apprenticeship, cadetship or graduate program position for 2026 and beyond.