Signalling Lead - ETCS M2V

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
• Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
• Collaborative and engaged work place and team environment
• Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

About this role:

As a member of the Queensland Rail ETCS project team this role will see you provide leadership ensuring effective engineering capability and efficient delivery process through the life cycle of the Alliance (Design, Renewals, Implementation, Testing and Commissioning). This role will support the successful delivery of the ETCS project and is a Permanent full-time position based in Brisbane and we have 2 positions available.

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

• Lead the provision of expert signalling engineering services.
• Ensure the best outcomes for Queensland Rail by coaching and supporting teams to effectively manage stakeholder relations
• Provide guidance, as a professional engineer, for signalling engineering works and monitor and manage compliance of the team
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective signalling strategies and governance procedures.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders within the CRR/European Train Control System (ETCS) Operational Readiness group
• Project budgeting and forecasting

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

• Expertise in Design, Renewals, Implementation, Testing and Commissioning of Signalling infrastructure
• Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams and technical officers.
• High level of skill in the delivery of business focused technical signalling engineering solutions
• Skilled in coaching and leading multi disciplinary project teams
• High level of skill in delivering commercial advantage and outcomes
• Comprehensive knowledge of statutory, regulatory, and policy obligations, with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Hold a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) and be Professional Engineering (QLD) Registered

 Progress that Counts 

Joining Queensland Rail means being part of an exciting future where you'll welcome millions of international passengers for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our Cross River Rail project will transform travel across the South East Queensland network, doubling passenger journeys to 80 million over the next decade.  

To support this growth and enhance customer experiences, we're committed to key initiatives, including building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $5.75 billion Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail Project, introducing 65 new Next Generation Rolling Stock trains, improving station accessibility at eight main stations, boosting North Coast Line capacity and upgrading Central Station. 
 
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 our Signalling Lead role by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 1st March 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 Kelly Mclean 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.