Senior Signalling Engineer

Townsville - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 143802 - 153886

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Youll connect Queensland. Well connect you to an amazing career.

Queensland Rail is built on strong connections both within our teams and with the communities we serve. For over 150 years weve been linking people and places. Now we invite you to join us in continuing this proud legacy and help us build an even brighter more sustainable future.

As a Signalling Engineer in our Regional Assets team youll work across office and field environments solving complex technical challenges and contributing to projects that matter. Every day brings something new and your work will help keep Queensland connected.

Whats in It for You

We offer more than just a competitive salary. Heres what you can expect:

Permanent role with a respected industry leader
Attractive salary: Base of $143802 $153886 overtime on-call allowance 12.75% super
Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Relocation assistance to help you settle in
Exciting growth phase with major transformation projects underway

About the Role

Based at one of our regional depots - Rockhampton Maryborough Bundaberg or Toowoomba - youll join a skilled team of Signalling Engineers supporting Queensland Rails regional signalling systems and infrastructure.

Youll provide expert engineering advice troubleshoot complex issues and ensure our systems meet both internal standards and industry best practices. Your work will directly contribute to the safety and reliability of our network.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engineering support for regional maintenance and operations
Participate in a 1-in-4 rotating on-call roster
Investigate faults and incidents across the network
Prepare documentation and support testing/commissioning of signalling projects
Build strong relationships with stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes
Advise on strategic maintenance planning and lifecycle analysis

About You

Youre a technically skilled and solutions-focused professional with:

Deep knowledge of signalling systems and equipment
Strong grasp of signalling safe-working principles and safety-critical protocols
Proven experience investigating signalling incidents
Ability to lead small teams in project and maintenance environments

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelors degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from an accredited Australian university or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia
Current C Class Drivers Licence

Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities and key selection criteria: Senior Signalling Engineer

Lifestyle & Work Benefits at Queensland Rail:

Four weeks annual leave as well as other leaves and flexible working opportunities to help balance between work and personal commitments.
Free travel to-and-from work as well as access to discounted and/or free rail travel for off-duty travel on the City or long-distance travel networks.
Access to QRs competitive Employee Benefits 1 Team Values Diverse and Inclusive working environment.
Employee Assistance Program providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
Professional and leadership development opportunities and ongoing support to develop your experience and skills.
Access to Fitness Passport a discounted workplace health and fitness program giving you and your family unparalleled access to a wide range of gyms and pools throughout the state.
We pride ourselves on our Safety Culture we work safe so that everyone goes home safe

And more! Click hereto see the full range of benefits available to Queensland Rail employees.

Apply for the Senior Signalling Engineer role via our website by clicking the Apply button before midnight on Sunday the 26th of October 2025.

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

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

Were a team of thousands and were 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

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Youll connect Queensland. Well connect you to an amazing career.Queensland Rail is built on strong connections both within our teams and with the communities we serve. For over 150 years weve been linking people and places. Now we invite you to join us in continuing this proud legacy and help us bui...