Job Description

Our team of over 7,500 and our customers are central to everything we do, we have a proud history as a safe and reliable railway operator, with a commitment to ensuring that our operating systems reflect the highest standards. Queensland Rail inspires innovative thought, passionate motivation, teamwork, and forward thinking, where our people can achieve their own career aspirations.

Why Queensland Rail?

We will provide you with an exciting and diverse career opportunity to join a company that continues to strive in the delivery of a modern and world-class railway provider, you will be able to lead and apply your innovative thoughts to enhance our rail network. For this role we also offer:

• Permanent fulltime role based in our Brisbane CBD location
• Salary range $101,493 - $111,693 plus 12.75% superannuation
• Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
• Collaborative and engaged work place and team environment
• Genuine work life balance
• Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

We also offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, to view some of our amazing benefits, please click on this link

Where Connection Counts

Learn more about Queensland Rail’s purpose, people, and progress – watch our short video here.

About this role:

The Project Support Officer delivers specialised support to Project and Program Managers across the Rail Operations Projects Portfolio. The role supports Regional Project Delivery teams by contributing to effective project‑specific financial management and project controls within a fast‑paced project environment.

Purpose That Counts – Some of the responsibilities of the role:

• Provide comprehensive project support across the Rail Operations Projects portfolio, working closely with Program, Project, Design and Contract Managers to enable effective delivery
• Support Project Managers with the establishment, monitoring, reporting and close‑out of financial management activities, including monthly accruals, journals, SAP reporting, and management of project work and purchase orders
• Assist Project Managers with the preparation of asset transfers and project performance reporting, including monthly project assurance reviews and quarterly cash forecasts
• Contribute to effective project governance through coordination of meetings, follow‑up of actions and management of project documentation in line with organisational records management requirements

People Who Count - What you can bring to the role:

• High level skill in providing project support to Project Managers, including project reporting, meeting deadlines, coordinating project meetings and workshops, and engaging effectively with stakeholders
• Substantial experience in the use of TRIM, SAP R3 and the Microsoft Office Suite to support project administration, reporting and records management
• Sound knowledge of project management principles and practices, including the project lifecycle, financial management, project controls, auditing requirements and Queensland Rail investment policies and procedures

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.

Apply via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Monday the 4th of May 2026 To read the position description click HERE

Applicants for roles at Queensland Rail may undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing if they advance in the recruitment process. The selection process may include psychometric assessments, pre-employment health checks and background screenings, which could involve criminal history and credit checks.

To learn more about this career opportunity, please contact Liam McKeown via email at qrcareers@qr.com.au

We’re a team of thousands and we’re proud of our individual journeys and stories. And as we grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.