Senior Workforce Optimisation Analyst

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 nearly 160 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.

The Workforce Optimisation team is responsible for developing job cards (Rail Traffic Crew daily activities) to support changes to Queensland Rail’s SEQ Master Train Plan, Concept Modelling, special events and large-scale network closures.

Our team of specialists combine the use of HASTUS and internally developed tools with a comprehensive understanding of our business, to provide robust, data-driven insights to help inform future strategic planning for traincrew. 

We are a supportive unit that works collaboratively with each other and external stakeholders.

Your opportunity

We’re searching for a skilled Senior Workforce Optimisation Analyst (AS6) to play a crucial role in shaping the future of Queensland Rail’s workforce.

This is a great opportunity for anyone with experience in coding and programming, particularly those with a mathematical or statistical background, seeking to continue to grow their career and expand into the public transport industry.

In this role, you will:

• Leverage your strong coding ability to further enhance our internal processes, quality assurance tools, and reporting dashboards.
• Mentor junior team members on the creation of reports and tools.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of workforce requirements to develop future work schedules that enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to strategic workforce negotiations by conducting scenario analyses that inform cost-effective and operationally sound outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand their operational needs and contribute to the development of effective workforce schedules.

Please click here for the position description.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position based in Brisbane CBD, concluding on 30 June 2026. The role offers a starting salary of $135,199 plus 12.75% superannuation, along with hybrid work options to support a healthy work-life balance.

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in coding / programming, preferably in Python.
• Skills in the use of a range of data analytical tools to aid in the ongoing support of internal reporting processes and provide statistical and data driven insights to support future decision making.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to interpret business data and provide meaningful insights.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, actively contributing ideas and expertise to achieve shared goals.

Benefits that count

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, including:

• 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.

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

At Queensland Rail, your work is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. Our people are passionate about what they do and genuinely care about the outcomes they deliver every day. There's a shared sense of purpose – of doing the right thing for the right reasons – that connects us all.

We take pride in the critical service we provide to Queensland communities. Whether you're on the frontline or behind the scenes, you’ll feel the impact of your work and the community connection it creates.

From working on projects that shape the future to supporting the everyday journeys of thousands, your contribution matters. You'll be joining an organisation built on loyalty, collaboration, and support – where people grow, thrive, and bring out the best in each other.

Join us, where connection counts

If you’re ready to make a real impact and contribute to the future of our organization, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter before 11:59 PM (AEST) on Thursday, 10th July

If you reside outside of Queensland, please note that this role requires relocation to Brisbane by your start date, as full-time remote work or fly-in/fly-out arrangements are not supported.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing. The selection process may also include skills assessments, video or phone interviews, psychometric testing, pre-employment health evaluations, and background checks, including criminal history and credit assessments.

Recruitment Agencies: We are managing this process internally and do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies.

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.

If you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process, please contact Judy Williams at judy.williams@qr.com.au.