Testing & Commissioning Coordinator (Senior Tester In Charge)

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

At Queensland Rail, we connect communities, industries and regions across the state by delivering essential services that have kept Queensland moving for 160 years.  

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Do you have a strong understanding of signalling systems and a passion for delivering critical infrastructure projects?

We’re looking for a Senior Tester in Charge / Testing and Commissioning Coordinator to join our Signalling Testing and Commissioning Engineering team.

• Permanent Full Time

Your opportunity

 
In this pivotal role and your expertise will be key to ensuring the integrity, safety, and efficiency of our railway network. Some key responsibilities include:

• Ensure signalling systems are constructed, tested, and commissioned in line with engineering standards and operational requirements
• Plan and deliver commissioning activities, balancing cost, schedule, and resource priorities
• Lead end-to-end testing and commissioning, including certification for operational service
• Develop and manage assurance, testing, and commissioning documentation
• Identify and mitigate risks affecting delivery timelines and system handover
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to support integration and operational readiness
• Uphold competency and fatigue management standards (FAID) across commissioning activities

What you will bring:

 
We’re looking for experienced professionals who can thrive in a dynamic environment and bring:

• Extensive expertise in the testing, commissioning, and management of railway signalling systems
• Strong knowledge of railway safe working principles, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• The ability to work autonomously, managing complex and high-risk tasks with confidence and minimal supervision
• A sound understanding of statutory, regulatory, and policy obligations, particularly relating to safety, environmental compliance, and commercial contracting processes
   

Mandatory Qualifications:
 

• A recognised Associate Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Institute of Rail Signal Engineers (IRSE) Tester in Charge Licence
• Ten years’ plus of experience in railway signalling is highly desirable

Location, Hours and Travel Requirements:

Based in Brisbane CBD, this role will also support major projects such as ETCS, RIS Alliance and Major Re-signalling Projects with occasional travel to sites across Queensland.

 
While the role is based on a 76-hour fortnight, flexibility for after-hours and weekend work is essential to meet project demands. Overtime penalties applicable under standard award agreements or Time Off In Lieu (TOIL). 
 

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Why join us

At Queensland Rail, we recognise that our people are key to everything we achieve.  

• Work on complex, large-scale projects that directly impact rail operations across Queensland
• Be part of a collaborative engineering team, working alongside experienced technical teams and specialists
• Opportunities to grow your career and broaden your experience
• Contribute to safe, reliable public transport outcomes, with visible, real-world impact on the community

Benefits

• A competitive salary on offer in line with experience, internal frameworks and role level alignment. We welcome your salary expectations, as part of the application process.
• 12.75% company Superannuation contribution
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including discounted rail travel and health and wellbeing support
• Explore our full range of benefits here - Why Queensland Rail 

Your journey matters. Make it with us. 

 
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where your expertise will drive the success of rail projects, then apply to Testing & Commissioning Coordinator (ID11636) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Tuesday 30th June 2026.
 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

 
At Queensland Rail we are 1TEAM and our diverse workforce enables us to connect communities every day.  We are committed to building inclusive and respectful workplaces for all our people, strengthened by our diversity and encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, all genders, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ community and people with disability, of all ages and backgrounds.
 
We strive to provide a barrier free and equitable recruitment experience.
 
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Cynthia MacKenzie via the email below.

 
Applicants for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing if progressed through the recruitment processes. 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. For roles that have pre-employment qualifications, QR will also be required to do formal qualification verification processes to ensure qualifications align to QR's requirements.  Multiple vacancies may also apply to this advertisement. 
 

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Cynthia MacKenzie with your specific enquiry via cynthia.mackenzie@qr.com.au   Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.