Delivery Manager (Stations Lead)

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. 

Our team of over 8000 and our customers are central to everything we do, we have a proud history as a safe and reliable railway operator, with a commitment to ensuring that our operating systems reflect the highest standards. Queensland Rail inspires innovative thought, passionate motivation, teamwork, and forward thinking, where our people can achieve their own career aspirations.

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 salary plus a generous 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

And more! Click here to see the full range of benefits available to Queensland Rail employees.

We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Delivery Manager (Stations Lead) to join our Major Projects team supporting one of Queensland’s most significant infrastructure programs.

About the project

Join a transformative infrastructure program shaping Queensland’s future.

The Wave is a major transport initiative set to transform connectivity from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast. Delivering new heavy rail from Beerwah to Birtinya and an express metro-style service through Maroochydore to the Sunshine Coast Airport, this project will reduce travel times, ease congestion, and improve regional connections, leaving a lasting legacy for the 2032 Olympic Games and beyond. With a focus on safety, innovation, cutting-edge design and rapid delivery,The Wave isn’t just building tracks, it’s building a brighter future for connecting communities.

To learn more about The Wave – click here (YouTube video link to go here)

Purpose That Counts - some of your responsibilities will include:

As the Delivery Manager, you will oversee the successful delivery of station upgrade projects, ensuring safety, quality, and commercial outcomes. This role requires strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strong governance to manage complex, multi-disciplinary interfaces. You will also;

• Lead the delivery of station upgrades through program and project teams, achieving safety, time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Provide strategic direction and alignment across program strategy, delivery approach, and resource allocation.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and interfaces, including internal teams, delivery partners, and government agencies.
• Develop and implement program plans, monitor progress, and report on outcomes to meet diverse business and client needs.
• Ensure governance, principles, and business rules are embedded and followed across all project activities.
• Oversee resource strategy and capability requirements to support program delivery.
• Drive assurance processes aligned to key business and project risks.

People Who Count – What you will bring

• Extensive experience in program and project management within complex operating environments, including risk and assurance management.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills to engage stakeholders and negotiate on complex issues.
• Proven ability to make strategic decisions on program delivery, performance monitoring, and governance.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant policy and legislation impacting program and project delivery in rail or similar industries.

Progress that Counts 

Joining 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 the new WAVE Sunshine Coast project along with Beerburrum to Nambour upgrade, building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $5.75 billion Logan and 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 join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future. 
 

Apply for our Delivery Manager role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 25th January 2026. 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 Kelly Mclean 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.