Transport Planner

You’ll connect Queensland. 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.

Your opportunity:

We have an exciting, fixed term opportunity (until 30 June 2026) for a Transport Planner to join our Daily Train Planning Team at the Rail Management Centre (RMC) based at Bowen Hills.

What’s on offer:

• Starting base salary $82,500 plus 12.75% super
• Collaborative and engaged workplace and team environment
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.

About the role:

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate analytical thinking skills when developing rail traffic plans.

• Provide transport planning services to the Daily Train Planning team to support the achievement of timetable planning objectives
• Assist with the creation of timetable plans for execution in the Daily Train Plan
• Development of operational plans, and data analysis.

You will have the opportunity to work with other planners from Daily Train Planning and Special Events through to Possession Planning to ensure the critical succession arrangements of the Rail Management Centre and Operations (RMC&O) planning team. 

Click here to view the position description. 

What we’re looking for:

• Good knowledge of computer-based systems and able to work across multiple planning programs to support scheduling and operational needs.
• Resilience in a dynamic team environment
• Be able to research, problem solve, think strategically, and interpret data with strong attention to detail to support accurate planning and planning decisions.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Be able to effectively work within a fast-paced environment.

Your strong communication skills along with your excellent time management skills and ability to use your initiative will ensure your success in this role.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

At Queensland Rail, your career is more than a job—it’s a journey with purpose. Join us and help shape the future of transport in Queensland.

Apply now and be part of something bigger.

Please apply to Transport Planner (10246) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Monday 22nd September 2025.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, 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 Sara Bidgood via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Sara Bidgood with your specific enquiry on 1800 115 000 or email qrcareers@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.