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Put that degree to work! Join the 2025 TMR Graduate program.

Eligibility:

• Tertiary qualifications in one or more of the following areas: Bachelor of Business; Bachelor of Human Resources; Bachelor of Industrial Relations; Bachelor of Law, or an equivalent qualification
• Full Australian working rights must be held from when you start with the department and maintained throughout your employment.
• A criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment as this role has access to sensitive data

Your role:

The Industrial Relations Team provides strategic and operational advice and support to the department in the key areas of the management and resolution of industrial issues, the negotiation of employment conditions including enterprise bargaining, advocacy in the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission, and union consultation and dispute management.

The Graduate, Employee Relations will learn to provide industrial relations advice and operational support across the Department of Transport and Main Roads. You will be provided with a combination of formal training and practical experience, under the supervision of senior members of the Industrial Relations team. Your first rotation in TMR will be for 12 months with this team.

Check out the TMR Our Roles page for more information on the role and program by hitting the Apply button.

The program offerings include:

Learning and development: our program offers a diverse range of experiences, including on-the-job training, hybrid events, and skills-based online courses. ​

Employee benefits: participants receive permanent employment at the end of their program, connections to over 100 different career paths, and a minimum of two business area rotations during their two-year program.​

Career progression: the program provides a foundation of networking and cross collaboration, support from mentors, and coaching from subject matter experts. ​

Work/life balance: participants benefit from flexible working hours and reasonable adjustment arrangements that support their individual needs and wellbeing.

Ready to make a difference? Join the 2025 TMR Graduate program and shape the future of Queensland. Apply now!

What if I need some support with the process? 

TMR is committed to reconciliation and creating a workplace that empowers Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples to thrive. If you would like to connect with one of our TMR mob, drop a message to Indigenous.strategy@tmr.qld.gov.au and they will reach out for a yarn about TMR.  

We strongly encourage applicants from all life experiences and backgrounds to apply. Please tell us about any additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies, that will better enable you to shine during the recruitment process. If you are unsure what help you might need, please send a message to our accessibility team at ATN_Office@tmr.qld.gov.au for some independent support and advice. They will be happy to speak with you via phone or email about how your specific needs can be met. 

Graduate experience​

‘The training I’ve received through the TMR Graduate Program is thorough and there are a lot of opportunities to grow and develop within the company.’ – Marco Perea, Graduate Civil Engineer