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Welcome to RailPersonnel

Rail Personnel is an internationally recognised recruitment specialist with a solid reputation in the rail industry worldwide for finding clients the people they need. We are able to provide you with staff on contract or to fill a permanent position. We have been helping people find jobs for over 20 years.

Our website is visited by thousands of rail professionals from around the world and we have offices in Hong Kong, Australia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Singapore, India and China. Working with us means having access to the best jobs and people in the rail industry. Use us to find a job or find a candidate as well as seeing the latest rail industry news and details of upcoming rail conferences and events.

Conferences we are supporting

Rail Personnel has been supporting and promoting rail specific conferences and exhibitions around the world for many years. For further details, please contact the Talent Acquisition Manager at renee@railpersonnel.com

New Zealand Rail

29 Nov 2023 - 30 Nov 2023

Hilton Auckland, New Zealand

Building on the positive energy and record attendance of last years event, we’re delighted to announce that the 12th annual New Zealand Rail Conference will return to the Hilton Auckland on 29-30 November 2023, bigger than ever. Following the results of New Zealand’s General Election in October, this two-day conference and exhibition is not to be missed.

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MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition 2024

28 Feb 2024 - 1 Mar 2024

Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC), Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition 2024 is the leading event for sustainable urban mobility solutions in the MENA region, taking place in vibrant Dubai from 28 February to 1 March 2024. This year's theme is "Sustainable Mobility and Wellbeing", representing our steadfast commitment to building a more sustainable future for urban mobility. Our focus is on harnessing the power of cutting-edge technologies, implementing effective policies, and adopting industry best practices to create ...

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Heavy Haul Rail

13 Mar 2024 - 14 Mar 2024

Crown Perth, Australia

The Australian heavy haul rail industry, boasting some the heaviest and longest trains, continues to lead the world in operations and innovation. Bringing together key decision makers, the agenda will showcase the best in local and international project expertise, giving attendees an understanding of the strategic directions of major players together with critical industry and market updates to ensure efficient, safe and reliable operations. Mark your calendars today and join us in March 202...

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RISSB Rail Safety Conference

30 Apr 2024 - 1 May 2024

Grand Hyatt Melbourne, Australia

With $155 billion in rail investment planned in Australia in the next 15 years, the rail industry is vital to Australian productivity. From sustainability and resilience to interoperability and digital asset management, as industry meets new challenges, it is essential to provide our people with the effective skills and strategy to successfully and safely manage the changes and opportunities of a rail network that is transforming to become more efficient and optimised. Bringing together oper...

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Rail Solutions Asia 2024

15 May 2024 - 17 May 2024

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Regarded by many as the best railway show in Asia, this annual show combines a wide-ranging exhibition, a comprehensive conference programme and the Annual Congress of the Asian Railway Operators Association and provides ‘A one-stop solution for all your product and information needs’ including 2500 m² exhibition space, 2000+ participants, 120 conference delegates and 10 Asian railway operators.

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Urban Rail 2024

19 Jun 2024 - 20 Jun 2024

Stamford Plaza Brisbane, Australia

Transport plays a key role is maintaining Melbourne’s status as Australia’s most liveable city and the 10th in the world in the Global Liveability Index 2022. With dedicated spotlights on light, suburban and metro rail, Urban Rail 2023 will bring together operators, manufacturers, contractors and government stakeholders across every level of the passenger rail sector to learn from technology advances, cutting-edge case studies and project updates from successful projects in Australasia ...

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