Bridgeworker / Labourer

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

• Permanent position with an industry leader
• Potential annual salary of $90,000 including penalties + 12.75% super
• Travel on paid work time + accommodation and travel allowance
• Strong focus on safety
• Access to QR's employee benefits

Based in Mareeba, our Structures Maintenance team is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Bridgeworker to join them in a full time, permanent position. 

About the team

This role within our tight-knit team based in the Tablelands is responsible for maintaining rail structures from Mareeba down to Forsyth and out to Normanton.

This role includes a large amount of travel throughout the region with the team and will enable you to explore and work in remote parts of Far North Queensland.

Key focuses

• Hybrid role consisting of truck driving/machinery operating and bridgeworker duties
• Working on an 8/6 roster in remote North Queensland
• Contribute to the work output of the team by carrying out duties in a responsible manner in accordance with competency allocations
• Working on timber and steel at heights in all weather conditions
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the Safety Management System
• Ensure safe working practices are adhered to and relevant work standards are met in accordance with Queensland Rail's policies, procedures and legislative requirements
• Participate in quality improvement activities and contribute to the development of new work practices

About you

• To be successful in progressing you MUST hold a current manual C Class Drivers licence
• A hard working nature and a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• You must have a strong commitment to safety – your safety and the safety of those around you
• Recent experience in a manual handling or physical role, within a fast paced operational environment
• This role involves an extensive amount of travel, so having the flexibility to travel throughout the regions is required
• Knowledge of and ability to use basic hand tools (machinery experience advantageous however not mandatory)
• Working at heights ticket is advantageous however also not mandatory

Hours and salary

The structures team work on a 76-hour fortnight working 8 days on 6 days off. The starting salary range on offer for this role is $66,149 + super + penalties + living away from home allowance (when working away). Working on the current roster you can expect to earn over $90,000 annually.

Click here to view the full Position Description.

We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!
 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Apply for the Bridgeworker role via our website by clicking the Apply button before midnight on Sunday 5th of January 2025.

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.