Program Coordinator (ETCS)

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

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.

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: 

• Salary range - $117,750 - $128,035 plus 12.75% superannuation
• 4-year fixed term fulltime role based in Brisbane CBD
• Collaborative and engaged workplace and team environment
• Genuine work life balance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

About the Role

Queensland Rail is seeking a highly organised and proactive Program Coordinator to support the delivery of the ETCS project.

In this role, you will support Project Managers in coordinating Queensland Rail’s ETCS and Cross River Rail (CRR) activities, ensuring effective planning, tracking, and delivery across the program. You will contribute to governance, reporting, and stakeholder coordination, helping drive alignment, manage risks, and support the successful delivery of key project outcomes.

Purpose That Counts – Some of the responsibilities of the role:

• Work closely with Alliance teams to plan and coordinate assurance, integration, and operational readiness activities across the ETCS program
• Develop and maintain program plans, governance documentation, and systems to track activities and actions
• Coordinate program reporting and maintain accurate records of meetings, decisions, and outcomes
• Support program delivery by monitoring progress, managing issues, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships

People Who Count - What you can bring to the role:

• Demonstrated capability applying project management methodologies within complex, multidisciplinary environments in line with best practice
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across a range of audiences
• Proven ability to identify issues, support decision-making, and manage project activities through effective planning and coordination 

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 via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Monday the 15th of June 2026. To read the position description click HERE
 
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 Liam McKeown 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.