Trackworker

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

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.

Benefits that Count. What Queensland Rail has to offer:

• Potential earnings of$85000 plus 12.75% superannuation including penalties
• 9-day fortnight (Mon-Fri Mon-Thurs)0600 to 1500
• Travel within roster on paid work time including expenses & accommodation
• Paid training and ongoing support including Cert II in Rail Infrastructure
• Opportunity to gain a First Aid certificate High Risk Work Licence (DG) & (LF) & Working Safely at Heights ticket.
• All PPE & tools supplied

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Purpose that Counts.

Were currently looking for a motivated Trackworker to join our Regional Assets Track team based at our Redlynch depot. This is a permanent role offering stability variety and the chance to work in one of Queenslands most scenic part of the Redlynch Track team youll play a key role in maintaining the rail network spanning from Cardwell to Mareeba including the picturesque Kuranda line.

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 such as:

• Assist in the repair and maintenance of the railway track
• Perform outdoor labouring duties throughout the region (including flood repair and other emergency work)
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently

This position is constantly in the field so you must be able to work in challenging weather conditions and high temperatures.

Click here to view ourQR Track team videoand here to view the fullPosition Description.

People who Count.

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 youll need:

• Recent experience in a manual handling labouring or TA type role
• Ability to pass cognitive & psychomotor testing for associated rail qualifications
• HC truck licence & excavator ticket advantageous
• Demonstrated commitment to safety
• Must have capacity to travel and work within regional Queensland
• Must have the flexibility to work some overtime and weekends when required
• HC truck licence and excavator operator ticket are advantageous.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.

Our teams are People who Count.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 its because of our differences that as a collective we achieve great advise if you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process.

Your journey matters. Make it with us.
Theres never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. If youre ready to make a real impact and help shape our future we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter by11:59pm Sunday Thursday 26th February 2026.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena Nikolovski with your specific enquiry via