About this role
<p><span style="color:black"><strong>You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color:black">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. <span>Learn more about Queensland Rail’s purpose, people, and progress by watching our short video <a id="menur83p" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt4rrzfc_tw" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gt4RRZFc_tw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link here.">here.</a></span> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black"><strong>Benefits that Count. What Queensland Rail has to offer: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Potential earnings of $85,000 plus 12.75% superannuation – including penalties</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">9-day fortnight (Mon-Fri, Mon-Thurs), 0700 to 1600 year round</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Travel within roster on paid work time including expenses & accommodation</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Paid training and ongoing support including Cert II in Rail Infrastructure</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Opportunity to gain a First Aid certificate, High Risk Work Licence (DG) & (LF) & Working Safely at Heights ticket.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">All PPE & tools supplied</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">Please click here for our full range of employee</span> <a href="https://jobs.queenslandrail.com.au/content/Employee-Benefits/?locale=en_GB"><strong>benefits.</strong></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black"><strong>Purpose that Counts.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color:black">We have an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Trackworker</strong> to join our Regional Assets, Track team located at our <strong>Ayr </strong>depot.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">As a Trackworker you will be responsible for performing heavy manual labour duties including replacing railway sleepers and a variety of other track maintenance tasks.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">This position is responsible for performing heavy manual labour duties including replacing railway sleepers and a variety of other track maintenance tasks. This position is constantly in the field so you must be able to work in challenging weather conditions and high temperatures.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black"><strong>In this role you will:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Assist in the repair and maintenance of the railway track</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Perform outdoor labouring duties throughout the region (including flood repair and other emergency work)</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">Click here to view our</span> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQJDekq2GNc" target="_self"><strong>QR Track team video </strong></a> <span style="color:black">and here to view the ful</span>l <a title="" href="https://queenslandrail.com.au/about%20us/Careers/recruitment/Position%20Description%20Documents/Jelena/PD%20-%2012607.pdf" target="_self">Position Description.</a></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black"><strong>People who Count.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color:black">We are looking to connect with someone who Is reliable, safety-focused individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive team. To be successful in this role, you’ll need:</span></p> <ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Recent experience in a manual handling, labouring or TA type role</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Ability to pass cognitive & psychomotor testing for associated rail qualifications </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">HC truck licence & excavator ticket advantageous</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Demonstrated commitment to safety</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Must have capacity to travel and work within regional Queensland</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Must have the flexibility to work some overtime and weekends when required</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">HC truck licence and excavator operator ticket are advantageous.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black"><strong>Supporting a Diverse Workforce<br></strong>Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">Our teams are <strong>People who Count.</strong> We encourage diversity in our teams, including different genders, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religions, neurodiversity, education levels and many more aspects. No two journeys are the same, and it’s because of our differences that as a collective, we achieve great things. Please advise if you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black"><strong>Your journey matters. Make it with us. <br></strong>There’s never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. If you're ready to make a real impact and help shape our future, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter by <strong>11:59pm Wednesday 5th August 2026.</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black">To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena Nikolovski with your specific enquiry via </span><a href="https://performancemanager10.successfactors.com/[email protected]%C2%A0" target="_self">[email protected] </a></p>