Senior Assurance & Risk Adviser

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 a Senior Assurance and Risk Adviser, you’ll support the Regional Safety, Risk & Assurance Team and operational leaders to develop and deliver the Regional Annual Assurance Plan and Program of Work. You’ll help deliver and lead assurance activities for complex and operational business environment, strengthen assurance, and improve the effectiveness of systems, policies, and regulatory requirements.

You’ll lead assurance across the Region, analyse data and reports, drive continuous improvement, and build strong, influential relationships with stakeholders.

This permanent full-time role is based in Brisbane CBD, with some travel to Regional operations.

Learn more about Queensland Rail's purpose, people and progress - watch our short video here.

Benefits that Count:

Queensland Rail’s success depends on the talent and dedication of our people. That’s why we offer a range of benefits to help you perform at your best, including: 

•    Attractive annual salary starting at $135,199 + 12.75% super 
•    Balance your work and personal life with flexible working options
•    Work for an industry leader within a supportive and engaged team environment 
•    A wide range of employee benefits such as access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport 

For a full list of benefits please visit Employee Benefits.

Purpose that Counts. As a Senior Assurance and Risk Adviser some of your duties will include: 

•    Deliver and lead assurance (second line) activities for complex and operational business environments
•    Conduct local assurance (first line) activities to confirm controls are operating effectively
•    Prepare assurance reports for Senior Leaders, including findings and recommended actions that add value and drive improvement
•    Coordinate and liaise on assurance activities across the business, including internal and external stakeholders, through reporting and tracking 
•    Promote assurance tools, checklist and practices with leaders across the business
•    Deliver a program of work that drives continuous improvement

For full position responsibilities please read this Position Description.

We are looking to connect with someone who ideally will have:

•    Demonstrated experience leading assurance activities for complex and operational business environments 
•    Strong influencing, relationship-building and negotiation skills 
•    Ability to analyse data, report in meaningful insights and recommend improvements 
•    Proven stakeholder engagement across diverse groups 
•    Current Queensland driver’s license.

Please apply to Senior Assurance & Risk Adviser (10644) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Monday 9th of March 2026. 

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Tanya Anderson via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Tanya Anderson with your specific enquiry on (07) 3072 0806 or email tanya.anderson@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.