Occupational Health Adviser

Req. Id:  9716
Date:  16 Jul 2025
Location: 

Brisbane, QLD, AU, 4000

Company:  Queensland Rail

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.

 

Your Opportunity

Queensland Rail is seeking an Occupational Health Adviser to join the Employee Wellbeing team.
In this role, you will provide high-quality support, coaching, and strategic guidance across health management, NHS compliance, and proactive wellness programs. You’ll support managers on policy matters, ensure alignment with legislative requirements, and lead initiatives that promote best practices in Rail Safety Medical Standards and employee wellbeing.

You will also play a key role in advising on health-related processes and documentation. Strong skills in Excel, systems, and process development will be essential to support effective data management and continuous improvement across the function. 

 

Here's what you'll do:  

  • Manage complex health-related cases, ensuring compliance with Rail Safety Standards and internal fitness-for-duty requirements.
  • Provide expert advice to leaders and employees on fitness-for-work, legislation, and safety policies.
  • Coordinate health assessments and rehabilitation programs for work and non-work-related injuries.
  • Lead health and wellbeing initiatives, including vaccination programs and proactive wellness campaigns.
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare compliance reports to meet internal and regulatory obligations.

 

Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities: Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities: CLICK HERE

 

About you:

  • You bring a strong background in Occupational Health, Work Health and Safety, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in managing complex health-related workplace investigations and case management.
  • You have excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive positive outcomes.
  • You offer specialist knowledge in workplace health and wellbeing, with a sound understanding of relevant legislation, and occupational health frameworks and best practices. Knowledge of the National Standard for Health Assessment of Rail Safety Workers, or ability to quickly acquire this, is highly desired.
  • You’re highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and projects, including compliance reporting and documentation.
  • You have well-developed analytical, coaching, and problem-solving skills, supported by solid proficiency in Excel and workplace systems to enable informed decision-making and continuous improvement.

 

This is a full-time Permanent position with a starting salary of $117,750plus 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.

Please apply to Occupational Health Adviser (9716) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Wednesday 30th July 2025. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.  

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact 
Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry on 1800 115 000 or email qrcareers@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.