Supply Chain Planner

You’ll connect Queensland Rail. 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 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.  As part of this journey, we’re looking for a skilled Supply Chain Planner (AS5) to help align supply chain, demand, and inventory planning with our business strategy.

Your opportunity

As the Supply Chain Planer, you’ll play a key part in shaping how Queensland Rail plans and delivers for the future. This is a dynamic role where no two days look the same.  Your success will come from your ability to combine data analysis with stakeholder collaboration to deliver insights that drive smarter decisions.

Engaging closely with maintenance, project management, and supply chain and procurement teams, you will:

• Engage stakeholders to understand their current activities, pipeline, and challenges.
• Analyse both qualitative stakeholder insights and quantitative historical data to develop meaningful forecasts and demand plans.
• Review inventory levels, stock on hand, and incoming orders to ensure supply meets demand.
• Provide actionable insights on risks such as purchase order delays or changing ETAs and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support the delivery of integrated supply chain initiatives that balance operational needs with long-term growth.

Please click here to view the position description.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Brisbane CBD. The role offers a starting salary of $117,750 plus 12.75% superannuation, along with hybrid work options to support a healthy work-life balance.

What we’re looking for

• Demonstrate strong project management skills to reach milestones throughout the entire project life cycle.
• Have proven experience in contract management and consultation on complex issues to arrive at solutions.
• Exhibit expertise in progress reporting, risk management, project scheduling and procurement activities.

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 organisation, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter before 11:59 PM (AEST) on Friday, 12th September.

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

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.

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