Signalling Delivery Manager

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

The Signalling Project Delivery team currently has a rare opportunity for an experienced Signalling Delivery Manager to join them on a temporary 12-month full time basis with the opportunity to extend to the right person. Reporting to the Program Delivery Manager you will manage all aspects of the delivery of major/complex, safety critical signal and operational systems project solutions.

What's in it for you:

• Occasional overtime hours on weekends and/or nights as required for onsite project management activities (days off during the week can be utilised)
• Personal development is encouraged and supported
• Work with a dynamic team of Professionals
• Generous superannuation contributions
• Flexible working arrangements and free rail travel to and from work.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.

About the role:

• Develop business cases, project plans, including time programmes, cost plans and cash flows in line with the approved scope and budget for the project in conjunction with all stakeholders.
• Determine resource requirements, as well as contractual and procurement strategies which are to be adopted for the projects and engage and commission Service Providers, including negotiation of terms of engagement and performance.
• Conduct and implement Risk Management and value engineering activities throughout the project life cycle and conduct consultation with community groups, unions, statutory authorities, and other stakeholders in relation to the project.
• Monitor and manage the implementation of all project activities of contractors, consultants, and internal Service Providers in relation to progress, cash flow and work quality to ensure they are completed to required standards, within programme and within budget constraints.

 To be successful you will need:

• Project management skills in the co-ordination, organisation, administration, and supervision of major and/or complex signalling construction projects.
• Strong written, oral communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability in developing, monitoring, controlling, and forecasting budgets within defined cost and time limitations.
• Have a good knowledge of Rail Infrastructure Standards, operations and practices and its inter-relativity with rail operations.

You don’t need to have a signalling background to be successful in this role but having rail industry experience or previously worked as a site-based engineer or even project management experience would stand you in good stead to master the role. 

Join the team and take the journey with us as South-East Queensland’s (SEQ) public transport and rail network is going through a significant transformation which will change the way our public transport rail system will operate into the future with exciting projects such as Cross River Rail and the upcoming Olympics.

Position Description

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

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 the Signalling Delivery Manager role Req 9718 via our website by clicking the apply button before 11:59pm Wednesday 13th August 2025.

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 Ben Hogan via email at ben.hogan@qr.com.au