Principal Integrated Operations Modeller

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.

The Strategic Integrated Operational Planning and Assurance (SIOPA) team provides mid-to-long-term planning capability, primarily focusing on strategic and tactical business objectives. Within this team, the Strategic Integrated Planning function facilitates integrated planning across SEQ and Regional operations, regularly publishing capacity reports and coordinating capacity planning initiatives. This team plays a critical role in ensuring Queensland Rail's future service delivery aligns with strategic objectives and infrastructure developments. The work done by this team directly influences key business decisions related to Customers, Workforce, Infrastructure, and Rollingstock.

Your opportunity

As the Principal Integrated Operations Modeller (AS7), you will lead simulation modelling for SIOPA to develop and maintain capacity plans, ensuring alignment with Queensland Rail’s long-term objectives, major projects, and government transport policies.

This is a front-facing role, requiring the ability to confidently present modelling outcomes to senior leadership, influencing operational and strategic decisions. The Principal Modeller will also provide mentoring and coaching to the Senior Modeller and other team members to support their capability growth and foster a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and implement operational capacity planning initiatives to support corporate and inter-agency objectives.
• Design, develop, test, and execute simulation models to evaluate the impact of operational changes on service delivery.
• Analyse complex data sets and effectively present insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Engage with key stakeholders to leverage modelling outcomes, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Establish and execute project management frameworks, including scheduling, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement.
• Monitor and oversee project activities involving internal teams, contractors, and consultants, ensuring compliance with budget and performance standards.
• Represent Queensland Rail at industry and government forums, advocating for operational excellence and innovation.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members, supporting their professional development and capability growth.

Please click here to view the position description.

What We’re Looking For

• Advanced proficiency with AnyLogic (or other simulation tools and modelling software, i.e., Simio, ARENA, SimPy).
• A minimum of five years of experience in a modelling environment with exposure to operations and logistics, preferably within industries such as rail, mining, ports, or supply chain.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop forecasting models and strategic insights.
• Expertise in strategic, tactical, and deployment planning across various rail operations.
• Experience working in an operating business, supporting operations and planning functions.
• A demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

Remuneration & Employment Type

This is a permanent, full-time position, based in Brisbane CBD with a starting base salary of $151,359, plus 12.75% superannuation and hybrid work options to support the balance between work 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 Wednesday, 22nd October.

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.