Industry 4.0 Lead

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

Queensland Rail stands on the foundation of true connection, encompassing the relationships we foster within our teams and the communities we serve across the state. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future.

 

About the Role

Queensland Rail is on a journey of digital transformation, and we’re looking for a future-focused digital expert to help us get there as our Industry 4.0 Lead (AS7).

This is your chance to make your mark in a newly created role, shape the future of Queensland Rail, and help us become a leading force in the digital transformation of the rail industry.   You will be at the forefront of modernising how we work and introducing advanced technologies (i.e., AI, digital twins, machine learning, and smart sensors) to help solve operational challenges and elevate rail operations across Queensland Rail.

Working within our newly formed Digital Centre of Excellence, you will be a part of a passionate, forward-thinking team dedicated to exploring new and innovative technologies that disrupt conventional processes and reimagine how we work.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the adoption and implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies across Queensland Rail as part of a multi-disciplinary team..
• Identify and deliver fit for purpose digital solutions to business challenges.
• Lead the integration of digital tools into our ways of working, bridging the gap between IT and Operational Technology.
• Collaborate across teams to create scalable, user-focused solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to Queensland Rail’s digital strategy.
• Help build the vision of our Digital Centre of Excellence.

Click here to access the full position description.

What We’re Looking For

• A natural innovator who lives and breathes emerging technologies.
• A proven track record of helping organisations solve business problems through cutting-edge digital solutions.
• Strong capability to champion digital change at all levels of an organisation.
• Someone comfortable working in a multidisciplinary, agile environment.
• Experience with technologies, such as AI, digital twins, IIoT, machine learning, and edge computing.

Remuneration & Employment Type

This is a full-time, fixed-term position based in Brisbane CBD, concluding on 27 February 2026. The role offers a starting base salary of $151,359 plus 12.75% superannuation, along with hybrid work options to support a healthy balance between professional and personal commitments.

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:

• Balance your work and personal life with flexible working options
• 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.

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

Your Journey Matters. Make It with Us.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and contribute to the future of our organization, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter before 11:59 PM (AEST) on Monday, 12th May.
 

If you reside outside of Queensland, please note that this role requires relocation to Brisbane by your start date, as full-time remote work or fly-in/fly-out arrangements are not supported.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing. The selection process may also include skills assessments, video or phone interviews, psychometric testing, pre-employment health evaluations, and background checks, including criminal history and credit assessments.

Recruitment Agencies: We are managing this process internally and do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies.

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.

If you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process, please contact Judy Williams at judy.williams@qr.com.au.