Rail Safety Accreditation Manager - The Wave & LGCFR

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
• Brisbane based with hybrid working options
• 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 Rail Safety Accreditation Manager to lead the development and implementation of rail safety accreditation strategies and plans for The Wave and Logan to Gold Coast Rail projects.  You will manage accreditation activities, and oversee the integration of safety management system requirements. Working closely with project managers, their teams, and Rail Safety colleagues, you will support Queensland Rail in meeting its legislative obligations, while maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship with the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR).

With a focus on stakeholder engagement, you will build productive relationships across project teams and ensure that safety interfaces with other Rail Transport Operators and the Department of Transport and Main Roads are effective. This is a fast-paced role requiring strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills to manage changing priorities and critical accreditation timelines.

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

• Support the project teams by developing, implementing and reviewing rail safety controls to manage risk and achieve safety objectives, while providing expert advice to stakeholders on rail safety accreditation requirements
• Lead the integration of Rail Safety legislative requirements into project delivery by establishing and managing accreditation plans and overseeing accreditation activities
• Monitor and analyse rail safety performance, providing clear reporting, insights and recommendations to drive continuous improvement and ensure alignment with Queensland Rail’s safety management system and accreditation obligations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, regulator representatives and TMR, promoting collaboration, capability uplift, and effective coordination of safety interfaces with other Rail Transport Operators

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

• Extensive knowledge of rail safety management principles, rail safety legislation, and rail projects, with the ability to apply risk-based approaches within a large and complex operating or construction environment
• Proven capability to collaborate with and where necessary lead teams in a dynamic setting, combined with strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills that build trusted partnerships
• Demonstrated experience in program and change management, including the ability to identify impacts, implement controls and coordinate management systems that improve efficiency and reduce risk
• Experience in risk management, including identifying, assessing and reporting on safety, compliance and performance risks, with a commitment to supporting organisational objectives and continuous improvement

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 Tuesday the 16th 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.