Telecommunications Technician

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

Queensland Rail is built on true connection. We are a large and fully integrated infrastructure business chartered with a responsibility that is pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance.

What Queensland Rail has to offer:

• 9 day fortnight - Mon-Fri, Mon-Thurs (3 day wkd every fortnight)
• Base salary between $85,121 - $105,805 + penalties + generous allowances + 12.75% super (dependant on quals & experience)
• Paid training and support to develop your experience
• All PPE & uniform supplied
• Strong focus on safety – we ‘work safe’ every day to ensure everyone goes ‘home safe’

About the team

Based at our Portsmith depot in Cairns, you’ll be part of a dedicated and collaborative team of technicians, electricians, and mechanical staff. In this role, you’ll have the unique opportunity to service and maintain the heritage-listed Kuranda Scenic Railway, a significant part of Queensland’s transport history. Our close-knit team works together to ensure the safe and efficient operation of both freight and passenger rail services. You’ll also have the chance to travel along the picturesque routes from Normanton to Cardwell, contributing to the reliability and performance of our network. 

About the role 

 We’re currently seeking a Telecommunications Technician to join our team. In this dynamic role, you’ll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications and electronic systems.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in radio systems, transmission technologies, and remote monitoring equipment. If you're looking to expand your skills in a varied field environment, while also benefiting from on-call allowances and overtime, this role could be a perfect fit.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications and electronic equipment

• Keeping accurate records and maintenance documentation

• Reporting on work completed against scheduled maintenance plans

• Ensuring all tasks are performed in line with Workplace Health & Safety standards

• Meeting technical and operational specifications in all work performed

About you

 To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Proven experience in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of telecommunications systems

• A valid Driver’s Licence

• An Electronics Trade Certificate (or equivalent qualification in electronics)

• Willingness and ability to travel throughout regional Queensland

• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends, as required

For more details please click here to view the Position Description.

 If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role with variety, technical challenge, and the chance to work across some of Queensland’s most iconic rail routes, apply now!

Apply for the Telecommunications Technician role via our website by clicking the Apply button before midnight on Tuesday the 26th of August 2025.

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. 

• 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. 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.

We’re a team of thousands and we’re proud of our individual, diverse journeys and stories. Like the communities of Queensland, there is a home for everyone at Queensland Rail.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible to all. If you would like to discuss how we can support your application via reasonable adjustments, please contact Nancy Sanday via email at nancy.sanday@qr.com.au.