Construction Safety Lead (South)

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 the Construction Safety Lead 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 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 salary plus superannuation contribution
• Collaborative, supportive and engaged workplace and team environment.
• Genuine work life balance and flexible work options
• 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Safety Lead (South) to join our Major Projects team. This role will see you responsible for overseeing all contractor and subcontractor related construction activities ensuring all safety and technical compliance is met.

Purpose that Counts - Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure contractors and sub-contractors comply with construction and safety regulations; including identifying risks and developing and implementing mitigation plans
• Conduct workplace audits, observations, and inspections, in accordance with approved assurance processes
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with the Project Safety Leaders
• Work with the Projects and Corporate Safety teams to ensure safety processes and procedures utilised

People Who Count - Who we are looking for:

• Extensive knowledge of WH&S Legislation, Rail Safety Acts and Regulations
• High level of skill in shaping and influencing function culture to achieve risk, safety, environment, compliance, and quality objectives
• High level of knowledge of enterprise-wide risk management processes, assurance principles and compliance methodologies
• Substantial knowledge of working in a technical environment.
• High level of skills in investigations and report writing, particularly related to safety incidents and unsafe work practices.
• Proven ability to influence, mentor and develop others, with the capacity to step into future leadership role
• Demonstrated experience operating within an alliance environment, collaborating with multiple delivery partners and stakeholders

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 Southeast 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 $5.75 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 role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm on Thursday, April 23rd. To read more about this role click HERE for the position description.
 
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 James Conlan via email at qrcareers@qr.com.au  

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.