Prgm Drct Integration External Interface
Brisbane, QLD, AU, 4000
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.
For over 150 years, our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state. As the Program Director Integration, you’ll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future - and that means incredible things for your career. Shape a world where safety, efficiency, and reliability are not just ideals—they're realities forged by your hands and minds. This is your platform; this is where your journey begins!
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 12.75% super
- Join a rail industry leader
- Collaborative and engaged workplace 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.
We are seeking to appoint a Program Director Major Projects Integration. The purpose of this position is to manage and provide strategic leadership and accountability for the successful acceptance of new assets as the Rail Infrastructure Manager (RIM) on behalf of Queensland Rail and external interface for integration of major programs including Cross River Rail (CRR) and European Train Control System (ETCS) program, Logan Gold Coast Rail (LGC Rail), New Gold Coast Stations (NGCS), Beerburrum to Nambour (B2N) and in time the Direct Sunshine Coast (DSC) line rail programs and other major programs assigned to the Major Projects, Engineering and Rail Safety (MPERS) team. This position will ensure that the external readiness for integration of programs is delivered in a manner which is consistent with industry best practices and standards, and that it satisfies requirements of the relevant Delivery Authorities, DTMR and other stakeholders focussing particularly on the readiness for integration aspects of the program for Queensland Rail and in particular SEQ as the responsible business.
This role will provide advice to the Queensland Rail Executive team, CEO, and Board, and operate within Alliance and PPP environments alongside Delivery Authorities. It is accountable for managing a complex range of external stakeholder objectives and relationships, including government agencies and internal interfaces with the SEQ Integration team.
In addition to the above, you will:
- Participate as a member of the MPERS leadership team and partner with the Program Director Delivery, Major Projects to provide senior leadership of key issues relating to the integration of the CRR and ETCS projects, the LGC Rail, B2N and DSC line projects and other major programs
- Lead and provide clear, timely advice, direction and development, to external stakeholders, of Queensland Rails integration program
- Lead interfaces with external stakeholders on integration of program requirements, including engineering, commercial, constructability, and human factors
- Anticipate and manage safety, legal, environmental, and operational risks associated with integrating large infrastructure programs
We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates:
- High level of executive leadership skills, strategic thinking and proven experience to integrate major infrastructure projects within a large and complex commercial, customer oriented and alliance / PPP environment
- Extensive knowledge of rail transport operations or similar industry and associated legislative and organisational governance principles
- High level of skill in strategic and innovative project delivery with the ability to manage multiple demands
- High level of skill to develop a high performing culture which motivates employees
- High level of stakeholder management, influencing, interpersonal, consultation, relationship building and negotiation skills
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 building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $2.6 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 join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.
Apply for our Program Director Integration role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 20th July 2025. To read more about this role click HERE for the position descripiton.
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.