Strategic People Partner

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 $2.6 billion 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 opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Strategic People Partner to join our SEQ People team in Brisbane on a 12-month contract. In this pivotal role, you’ll provide strategic support and partnership to leaders and executives, shaping enterprise-wide HR strategies and delivering future-focused, data-driven solutions that drive workforce capability, culture and transformation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders and executives to embed organisational capabilities, leadership behaviours, and cultural initiatives that drive transformation and innovation.
• Act as a trusted adviser on complex people challenges and change initiatives, providing expert guidance to enhance organisational agility and resilience.
• Collaborate across HR functions to co-create innovative, data-driven solutions aligned with strategic workforce priorities and business objectives.
• Leverage workforce analytics and insights to inform strategic decisions, measure impact, and continuously improve people outcomes to ensure future capability needs are met.

 Please click here  for the full position description.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in strategic HR leadership, influencing outcomes across all levels.
• Skilled in complex change management, project delivery, and consultation.
• Strong capability in strategic people risk management with a proactive safety focus.
• Confident communicator with curiosity and critical thinking, able to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ready to hit the ground running with availability from January 2026!

Remuneration

The starting base salary for this role is $151,000 (prorated) plus 12.75% superannuation and hybrid work options to support the balance between work and personal commitments.

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.

Please note this position will remain open over the Christmas period and will close on 4th January. We appreciate your patience during this time.

Please apply to Strategic People Partner (10754) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 4th January 2026.  

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.  

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry to kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.