| 1. Is there a probation period during the apprenticeships? |
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Yes. A probation period is part of all apprenticeships and traineeships, and is included in the length of the Training Agreement. It is a trial period for both your employer and yourself and as an apprentice or trainee. For apprenticeships, the probationary period is usually 90 days. |
| 2. How often does Queensland Rail recruit apprentices? |
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Generally, Queensland Rail undertakes a bulk recruitment of apprentices on an annual basis with vacant position advertisements appearing in July. The number of apprenticeship vacancies advertised and their associated trade callings are determined by Queensland Rails individual businesses. |
| 3. What if I am not available to attend a testing session or interview? |
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Queensland Rail will endeavour to accommodate you with another time. If this is not possible, you may need to make yourself available at the time specified. You will need to discuss this with a recruitment consultant. |
| 4. What if my application is unsuccessful? |
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You may ask for feedback on your application if you progress to the interview stage. You are also welcome to apply in subsequent years. |
| 5. What apprenticeships does Queensland Rail offer for women? |
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Queensland Rail encourages women to apply for all apprenticeships on offer. There are no gender restrictions in any apprenticeship Queensland Rail offers. |
| 6. Does Queensland Rail pay relocation costs of new apprentices? |
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Queensland Rail encourages applicants for positions throughout Queensland regardless of where you are currently living although it is up to the individuals to cover their own costs of relocating to another centre. |
| 7. Are apprentices offered a position with Queensland Rail upon completion of their apprenticeship? |
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It is common practice that apprentices within Queensland Rail are generally offered employment upon the completion of their apprenticeship; however, this is dependent upon a number of factors, including, specific business requirements at the time the decision is made. Queensland Rail can not guarantee that all apprentices will be offered employment on completion of their apprenticeship. |