Program Coordinator

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: 

• Highly competitive salary plus a generous superannuation contribution
• Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
• 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.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

About this role:

As part of Queensland Rail’s Major Projects Group, the Program Coordinator will support The Wave (Rail) project, an important legacy infrastructure project for the Sunshine Coast. This role provides a critical coordination point between the Project Director, Project Managers and stakeholders, ensuring consistent information flow and effective project delivery.

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

• Developing and maintaining all Project Governance documentation, as well as coordinating Design Review activities, including tracking and monitoring due dates
• Supporting Project Managers with project requirements, including liaising with SMEs and coordinating RFI responses
• Preparing and maintaining Project Management Plans and associated documentation
• Organising meetings, calendar requests and project-related scheduling
• Preparing forward program lookaheads
• Assisting the Project Director with reporting, administrative tasks and day‑to‑day project coordination

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

• Previous exposure or experience in rail or large-scale engineering projects is ideal
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to consult with multiple stakeholders
• Experience in coordinating schedules, reporting and planning
• The ability to analyse, manage and solve problems in complex work environments

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.

Key legacy projects such as The Wave and Cross River Rail will transform the SE QLD network and doubling passenger journeys over the next decade.

The Wave will include a heavy passenger rail line from Beerwah to Birtinya, connecting with a metro-style service to allow journeys to the Sunshine Coast Airport via Mountain Creek and Maroochydore CBD. This will introduce a modern public transport system that will be accessible to all on the Sunshine Coast.

To support this growth and enhance customer experiences, we're committed to key initiatives, including building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $5.75 billion Logan and 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 Project Coordinator role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm, Sunday, 8th March 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 James Conlan 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.