Commercial Manager

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

Queensland Rail is built on true connection. And everything we achieve is made possible by you. 

For over 150 years, our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state. As a Commercial Manager within the Major Projects safety team, you’ll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future - and that means incredible things for your career. Shape a world where safety, efficiency, and reliability are not just ideals—they're realities forged by your hands and minds. This is your platform; this is where your journey begins!

Why Queensland Rail? 

We will provide you with an exciting and diverse career opportunity to join a company that continues to strive in the delivery of a modern and world-class railway provider, you will be able to lead and apply your innovative thoughts to enhance our rail network.  For this role we also offer:  

• Highly competitive plus 12.75% superannuation contribution
• Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
• Collaborative and engaged work place and team environment
• Genuine work life balance
• Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

About this role:

Working within Queensland Rail’s MPI team, the Manager Commercial & Contracts will manage the contractual and commercial items relating to projects within Major Projects Integration. It is an exciting time to join QLD Rail with huge growth on the horizon as we get ready for Olympics 2032 and beyond!

Purpose that Counts - Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including DTMR, Delivery Authorities and internal departments
• Lead negotiations and successful navigation of governance obligations
• Prepare detailed analysis and advice on current best practice to support strategic decision making
• Develop in conjunction with operations and assurance teams asset handover requirements and maintenance agreements

People Who Count - Who we are looking for:

• Good knowledge of governing legislation, regulatory, commercial and contractual requirements in a government environment
• High level of skill in negotiation, implementation and ongoing management of government and commercial arrangements
• Sound level of strategic, conceptual, analytical, collaborative and influencing skills
• Extensive knowledge interpreting, managing and translating evolving commercial requirements in a contractually diverse environment

Progress that Counts 

Being part of Queensland Rail means being part of an exciting future where you'll welcome millions of international passengers for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our Cross River Rail project will transform travel across the South East Queensland network, doubling passenger journeys to 80 million over the next decade.  

To support this growth and enhance customer experiences, we're committed to key initiatives, including building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $2.6 billion Gold Coast Faster Rail Project, introducing 65 new Next Generation Rolling Stock trains, improving station accessibility at eight main stations, boosting North Coast Line capacity and upgrading Central Station. 
 
Your journey matters. Make it with us. 

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

Apply for our Commercial Manager role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 28th September  2025. To read more about this role click HERE  for the position description.
 

The selection process may include pre-employment health checks and background screenings.  We’re a team of thousands and we’re proud of our individual journeys and stories. And as we grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. To learn more about this career opportunity, please contact Kelly Mclean via email at kellyann.mclean@qr.com.au