Operator Maintainer

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

At Queensland Rail, we are proud to operate a vast and vital network that spans the state — from bustling metropolitan hubs to remote regional lines. Our work keeps communities connected and economies moving, and none of it would be possible without the people who maintain and operate our track infrastructure every day.

As a Track Operator Maintainer, you’ll be at the heart of this work. Whether it's performing essential inspections, operating heavy machinery, or responding to network faults, your contribution will help ensure the safe and efficient running of our services.

Your Opportunity:

We are currently seeking dedicated Operator Maintainer to join Southeast Queensland track teams. This is a hands-on, field-based role where no two days are the same. Working in a close-knit and safety-driven crew, you will:

• Operate a range of plant and machinery used in track maintenance.
• Assist with track inspections, resurfacing, and general maintenance work.
• Carry out preventative maintenance to reduce future faults and support a safe rail network.
• Respond to urgent infrastructure issues including derailments or weather-related damage.
• Ensure compliance with Queensland Rail’s safety standards and environmental guidelines.
• Complete job documentation, pre-start checks and contribute to shift handovers.

This role involves working outdoors, sometimes in remote locations, and will require flexibility with travel and working a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate machinery unsupervised ensuring all aspects of works are carried out in an efficient and safe manner in accordance with all relevant manuals and track standards.
• Operate machines to ensure total compliance to Queensland Rail's policies/rules and safe working procedures independently or as a team.
• Carry out regular servicing, minor and preventative maintenance on all on-track and auxiliary plant to the technical level of competence attained to ensure maximum equipment availability.
• Liaise with the Resurfacing Supervisor constantly regarding output to maintain flexibility and updating program requirements

For more information, please read through to position description.

Benefits that Count

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, including:

• Enjoy free travel to work and discounted rail travel
• QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services
• Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services
• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport
• Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees
• Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.

Apply for the Operations Maintainer, Req 9658 via our website by clicking the apply button.

Applicants for roles at Queensland Rail may undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing if they advance in the recruitment process. The selection process may include psychometric assessments, pre-employment health checks and background screenings, which could involve criminal history and credit checks.

To learn more about this career opportunity, please contact Ben Hogan via email at ben.hogan@qr.com.au