Senior Project Engineer

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 over 150 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.

Purpose that Counts.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our Regional Major Works Delivery team. This role will be responsible for delivering exceptional project management services, on-site coordination, and interface management of rail infrastructure construction projects, ensuring compliance with Queensland Rail's Management Systems in the areas of safety, environment, quality, and cost.

This is a permanent full-time position based in Brisbane CBD and comes with a generous remuneration package, travel allowance, and overtime.

Intrastate and interstate travel, as well as onsite work, is required for this role.

Benefits that Count.

• Starting base salary of $160, 991 plus 12.75% superannuation.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by ensuring our rail network continues to serve Queensland communities
• 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.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Extensive experience, at a Senior Project Engineer level, delivering rail track and civil projects
• Experience developing, monitoring, controlling, and forecasting budgets with defined cost and time limitations
• High level of skill in planning, organising, and programming the needs of major work while minimising operational impact
• Sound knowledge of railway infrastructure, technical standards, and requirements
• Strong communication, negotiation, motivational, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and environment
• Personal commitment to health and safety

Pre-employment qualifications:  A Bachelor of Engineering - Civil is required. An offer cannot be extended without providing a JP Certified, colour copy of your degree.

For further information please click here to view the Position Description.

We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!

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. Please advise if you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process.

Your journey matters. Make it with us. 
There’s never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. If you're ready to make a real impact and help shape our future, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter by 11:59pm Wednesday 18th March 2026.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena Nikolovski with your specific enquiry via Jelena.Nikolovski@qr.com.au