Job Description

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

 Queensland Rail is built on true connection. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and help shape a brighter, more sustainable future.

 Purpose that Counts.

A temporary full time opportunity until 27/02/2027 has become available for an experienced  Administration Officer  to join our Regional Assets team based in Townsville.

In this key role, you will provide high-level administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the team. You will play a vital part in facilitating the team's success through your organizational expertise and attention to detail.

We’re looking for a flexible and self-motivated individual who thrives both independently and in a team environment. Your ability to engage stakeholders and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting will be essential to your success.

Benefits that Count.

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best.  

• Starting base salary of $85, 750 + 12.75% superannuation

• Option to choose between a Monday to Friday schedule with 7.6-hour days or a 9-day fortnight (3 day weekend every fortnight)

• QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services 

• Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services 

• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport 

• Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees 

• Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership 

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a broad range of administrative support services, including document preparation, data entry, presentation formatting, spreadsheet creation, and calendar/diary management.

• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events including venue bookings, attendee arrangements, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and travel/accommodation coordination.

• Manage divisional functions such as SAP data entry for payroll and finance, invoice processing, and petty cash handling.

• Liaise effectively with internal staff, management, suppliers, and external customers to foster a collaborative and positive work environment.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Strong experience in delivering administrative support services, particularly in payroll, purchasing, and financial systems.

• Well-developed organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SAP or similar enterprise systems.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.

• Must hold a valid current driver's licence.

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We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!

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 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.

Your journey matters. Make it with us.
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 11:59pm Sunday 5th April 2026.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena Nikolovski with your specific enquiry via Jelena.Nikolovski@qr.com.au