Signalling Lead - ETCS

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 Signalling Lead within the ETCS project, (European Train Control System) you’ll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future - and that means incredible things for your career. Shape a world where safety, efficiency, and reliability are not just ideals—they're realities forged by your hands and minds. This is your platform; this is where your journey begins!

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 12.75% superannuation contribution
• Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
• Collaborative and engaged work place and team environment
• Genuine work-life balance
• 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:

Working within Queensland Rail’s MPI team, the Signalling Lead role will see you joining the signalling team for the European Train Control System project. You will be the interface between the alliance and Queensland Rail ensuring effective engineering capability and delivery of the project. This is a permanent opportunity to join Queensland rail on a major career defining project.

See more about the exciting ETCS project here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAyKNpIKHE8

Purpose That Counts - Some responsibilities of the role:

• Provide expert signal engineering services, including advice and recommendations
• Ensure each project team demonstrates professional integrity and good business approach to deliver a product that Queensland Rail can successfully operate and maintain
• Give guidance as an SME for signalling engineering works
• Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Monitor and manage compliance of the team with a safety-first vision

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

• High level of skill in design, construction, testing and commissioning of signalling infrastructure
• Extensive skill in leading and developing a team of engineers and technical officers
• Strong knowledge of meeting statutory, regulatory and policy obligations
• High level of skill in the delivery of signal engineering solutions that deliver commercial value
• Mandatory RPEQ registration and Bach of Electrical Engineering

To read the position description click HERE

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 Training Advisor roles via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 16th November 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 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.