Manager Technical Assurance Projects

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 160 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

We are excited to announce a permanent, fulltime opportunity for an experienced internal audit professional with a strong data analytics mindset to join our Internal Audit team at Queensland Rail.

The Manager Technical Assurance Projects (PT5) position is pivotal in enhancing our assurance capabilities and driving continuous improvement across governance, risk, and compliance.

You will lead critical initiatives, such as the Technical Assurance Project and Data Led Controls Assurance Project, leveraging data insights to identify anomalies, strengthen controls, and improve practices.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and deliver the data-driven assurance program focusing on automated and ongoing monitoring internal controls using data analytics and technology.
• Utilise advanced data analytics to deliver insights of business operations, identify inefficiencies, anomalies, and emerging risks to enhance governance integrity and drive business optimisation.
• Support the delivery of the annual Internal Audit Program by leveraging data driven techniques.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and deliver the Annual Data Led Controls Assurance Program.
• Provide independent assurance and advice to improve governance, risk management, and control processes.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Please click here to view the full position description.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 5 years of internal audit experience, with a strong focus on leveraging data analytics.
• Deep knowledge of internal auditing principles, risk management, and compliance practices.
• Strong leaderships skills and experience managing high-performing teams.
• Ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including senior leaders and external auditors.

The role offers a starting salary of $151,359 plus 12.75% superannuation, along with hybrid work options to support a healthy work-life balance.

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, 24th November 2025.

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.