Integrated Possessions Planner

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 7,500 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.

About this role

Queensland Rail are excited to offer the opportunity for an Integrated Possessions Planner to join the team on a temporary 3 year basis. This team is responsible for interfacing with external agencies in the delivery of large rail infrastructure projects within Major Projects.

This role, along with the team, will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of significant rail projects. 

The Integrated Possessions Planner role will see you managing the authorisation of third party entry onto Queensland Rail property as well as coordination of contractor corridor access requests and the development and prioritisation of work schedules to ensure the safe, efficient and effective delivery of operations. This role will work within with the Logan and Gold Coast Rail Alliance

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: 

• Work/life balance including Hybrid work from home arrangements.
• Commencement annual base salary $135,000 + generous Superannuation scheme and annual leave loading. 
• Exciting period of growth and transformation for our business
• Free rail travel to and from work on office days + other free or discounted SEQ rail travel. 
• Employee Assistance Program covering career, conflict management, nutrition, and family support and assistance.
• Professional development encouragement and support. 
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport + more great benefits. 

Purpose that Counts - responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all non-SCAS corridor requests from contractors to facilitate the delivery of complex project programs, ensuring these are resourced accordingly.
• Develop and manage detailed risk management plans that fulfil safety and operational requirements for Major Project program of work in consultation with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage framework to coordinate site access requests, ensuring continuous improvement of established processes, identifying emerging risks, integrating evolving operational and safety requirements, and compliance with relevant defined planning protocols.
• Coordinate and manage stakeholder planning meetings to review corridor access requests and resource requirements for planned Scheduled Corridor Access System (SCAS) and Non-SCAS Possessions, ensuring effective use of assets, compliance with safety and operational protocols, and appropriate authorisations.

• Provide detailed performance reporting and advice regarding issue management, optimisation of resources and fulfilment of planned works to support high level stakeholder briefings and correspondence.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant rail safety legislation, policies, Queensland Network Rules and Procedures and trackside safety standards to ensure legal compliance and risk management.
• Liaise with and support the Integrated Possessions Coordinator and Integrated Possessions Lead to identify and resolve activity conflicts and ensure delivery of an optimised possession program.

This position plays a significant role in the successful planning of the Logan and Gold Coast (LGC) Faster Rail  project. To succeed in this role, you will have great stakeholder and interpersonal skills, the ability to build productive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and be well organised.

The Major Projects team culture is very positive, and we value the contribution of each team member. We operate in a professional and flexible work environment and provide an opportunity for you to make a difference on significant rail projects currently being planned in Queensland.

People who count - who we are looking for

• Extensive knowledge of trackside safety standards as they relate to third party stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of Queensland Rail's SEQ network, practices, policies, standards and procedures
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise work across multiple outstanding items and new enquiries.
• Have a highly organised approach to delivering outcomes and strive to meet constantly changing timeframes/deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive a solution focused outcomes for all parties.

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 $5.75 Logan and 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 Integrated Possessions Coordinator role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 8th Feb 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.