Our ambition is to:
- increase the number of skilled local people eligible for work on Inland Rail
- increase school student awareness and capability
- create opportunities for local businesses to participate in new supply chains.
We do this through our Inland Rail Skills Academy.
Our Academy works with industry partners to deliver programs that build skills and prosperity in our local communities, regions and around Australia.
For more information about the Inland Rail Skills Academy or how to apply for a scholarship, please phone 1800 732 761 or email irskillsacademy@artc.com.au.
Skills training – rail construction, operations and rail maintenance
Young people and interested community members will be assisted to gain industry accreditation, which could lead to employment on Inland Rail construction sites or working in operational rail.
Opportunities for local businesses
Small-to-medium enterprises in the regions along the alignment are receiving expert advice on integrating into major project supply chains. They’re also being provided with opportunities to build capability and supply chain readiness to meet the requirements of major projects.
Supporting First Nations communities
First Nations peoples and businesses receive assistance in the form of training and skilling, which could lead to working on country. Inland Rail supports the ongoing cultural connection to country, and strives to ensure First Nations people and businesses are represented in building Inland Rail.
Workshops for STEM students and professional development for teachers
Primary and secondary schools will participate in a range of hands-on experiential-style workshops that aim to inspire learning and career paths in the science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) sector.
Professional development will also be offered to teachers to build their skills in teaching STEM subjects.
Undergraduate work placements
The Inland Rail Skills Academy provides student undergraduates with required work placements. Working with our highly skilled project teams, work placements provide the opportunity for current students to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and professional practice.
Work placement opportunities are subject to project team capacity and are offered in conjunction with partner Universities.
