You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.
Queensland Rail is built on true connection. We are a large and fully integrated infrastructure business chartered with a responsibility that is pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance.
Our culture is one based on safety and performance. Learn more about Queensland Rail’s purpose, people, and progress by watching our short video here.
Benefits that Count. What Queensland Rail has to offer:
Permanent position with an industry leader
Working the current roster on the base rate including penalties you can expect a salary of $95,000 plus 12.75% superannuation
Travel within roster on paid work time (accommodation provided + generous daily travel allowance)
PPE, tools, phone & shared vehicle supplied
Get paid to upskill whilst you complete a Certificate IV Engineering
Have the opportunity to enhance your skills further by obtaining an MR & HR driver’s license, as well as a CAT3 Driver qualification.
We pride ourselves on our safety culture, we work safe so that everyone goes home safe.
And more! Click here to see the full range of benefits available to Queensland Rail employees.
Hours and Salary
The team work throughout the region and operate on two rosters:
Whilst away they are on a 9 on 5 off roster - travelling Tuesday working through the weekend on penalty rates and return the following Wednesday
Whilst working locally the team operate on a 9 day fortnight – Monday to Friday, then Monday to Thursday
There is flexibility to switch rosters when you need
All travel is on work time. You meet at the depot and travel together from there on paid time
Purpose that Counts.
Working out of our Townsville depot, your role is to maximise machine availability by efficiently maintaining, servicing, repairing and performing approved modifications on our world-class resurfacing fleet. This includes ballast regulators, tamper-liners, and other essential civil plant equipment.
We are a dedicated team of 14 skilled Plant Fitters and 1 Electrician, covering a vast and diverse area stretching from Rockhampton to Cairns, Townsville to Mt Isa, and including the Croydon to Normanton line.
In this role you will:
Carry out effective and efficient preventative maintenance
Practice effective troubleshooting methods to repair plant breakdowns
Ensure all aspects of work are compliant with Queensland Rail’s policies and safe work procedures
Prepare and provide plant maintenance documentation and reports
People Who Count.
We are looking to connect with someone who Is reliable, safety-focused individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive team. To be successful in this role, you must have:
Mechanical Trade Certificate
Current manual drivers’ licence
Capacity to travel and work throughout regional Queensland
For further information please click here to view the Position Description.
We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.
Our teams are People who Count. We encourage diversity in our teams, including different genders, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religions, neurodiversity, education levels and many more aspects. No two journeys are the same, and it’s because of our differences that as a collective, we achieve great things. Please advise if you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process.
Your journey matters. Make it with us.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. If you're ready to make a real impact and help shape our future, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter by 11:59pm Sunday 16th August 2026.
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena.Nikolovski@qr.com.au
Queensland Rail is a large, fully integrated infrastructure business responsible for rail transportation and maintenance across Queensland, Australia. The company operates and maintains railway infrastructure and equipment, including a world-class resurfacing fleet consisting of ballast regulators, tamper-liners, and civil plant equipment. Queensland Rail serves a vast regional area stretching from Rockhampton to Cairns, Townsville to Mt Isa, and the Croydon to Normanton line. The company is chartered with a responsibility pivotal to Queensland's success and operates with a strong culture centered on safety and performance.
