Track Inspector

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

 For over 150 years, our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state. As a Track Inspector you’ll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future - and that means incredible things for your career. 

What’s on offer?

• Permanent full-time role based out of either Toowoomba or Roma.
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• Paid travel time within your roster + travel allowance
• All PPE and tools supplied
• A strong culture of safety – we work safe, so everyone gets home safe

About the Role

In this pivotal role, you'll oversee infrastructure across an expansive corridor across Southwest Queensland. The work is largely field-based and often carried out in remote areas and harsh weather conditions, so resilience, independence, and a strong safety mindset are essential.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Inspecting and maintaining track Infrastructure to meet safety and operational standards
• Conducting condition assessments and recording data in asset management systems
• Identifying, prioritising, and actioning defects and maintenance needs
• Coordinating emergency responses as required
• Supporting long-term corridor strategy development and planning
• Preparing and attending planning and management meetings
• Ensuring works are scoped, funded, and scheduled effectively

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About You

You’ll bring a strong understanding of track infrastructure and thrive in a role where you can work autonomously across a wide geographic area.

To be successful, you’ll need:

• A Queensland Rail Track Inspector qualification
• A current Driver’s Licence
• Strong experience with SAP and Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS)
• The ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities
• Willingness to travel extensively within the region

Roster & Benefits

• 9 day fortnight roster
• Standard hours: 6:00am – 3:00pm
• Starting base salary $117,000 plus+ 12.75% super, working on the current roster with overtime and penalties you can expect to earn up to $140,000
• Overtime available and generous travel allowance

 Your journey matters. Make it with us.

Please apply to Track Inspector (9861) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane)  Sunday 10th August 2025. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. 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.  

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 Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry to kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.