Job Description

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

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:  

• Fixed term, fulltime opportunity based in Brisbane CBD and Mayne/Ipswich depots (Fixed term until 30th of June 2028 with potential for extension)

• Salary range $143,802 - $153,886 plus 12.75% super (Based on 76 hour fortnight)

• Collaborative and engaged workplace and team environment

• Genuine work life balance depending on operational requirements

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.

• Professional development and leadership opportunities

About the Role

Queensland Rail is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the performance and optimisation of Regional Passenger rollingstock within our Rollingstock Maintenance team.

You will play a key role in the Diesel Tilt Train overhaul program, ensuring engineering requirements are delivered to standard and resolving issues identified throughout the overhaul. Core responsibilities include resolving technical queries, providing production and inventory support, overseeing quality assurance, managing modifications, conducting testing, preparing technical reports and maintaining accurate engineering records to ensure safe and reliable fleet performance.

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

• Provide technical expertise to support the maintenance and operation of rollingstock, including conducting engineering investigations, testing, data analysis and delivering recommendations to improve reliability and performance

• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as scopes of work, specifications, procedures and design drawings to support rollingstock and plant maintenance activities

• Lead and support safety, reliability and cost improvement initiatives, including rollingstock modifications, overhauls and maintenance projects, while liaising with stakeholders, contractors and operational teams

• Deliver technical support, audits and performance reporting across servicing facilities, while mentoring and coaching engineers and utilising maintenance management systems to drive continuous improvement

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

• Strong technical expertise in rollingstock operation, maintenance and overhaul, supporting programs such as the Diesel Tilt Train to ensure delivery meets required standards and specifications

• Proven ability to improve reliability and performance through quality improvement principles, maintenance strategies, modifications and effective problem-solving during overhaul and maintenance activities

• Advanced skills in technical investigations, testing, fault finding and failure analysis, with experience in resolving technical queries, supporting production and inventory, and delivering clear reports and records

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience across technical teams and suppliers, supporting quality assurance, continuous improvement and overall maintenance outcomes

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 Sunday the 31st 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.