You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll 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:
Purpose that Counts.
We are excited to offer a permanent full-time opportunity for a Trackworker to join our dedicated Track team based in Charters Towers.
As a Trackworker, you'll perform heavy manual labouring type tasks, such as replacing railway sleepers and a variety of other track maintenance activities.
This position is constantly in the field so you must be able to work in challenging weather conditions and high temperatures.
In this role you will:
Click here to view our QR Track team video and here to view the full
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 Wednesday 22nd April 2026.
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena.Nikolovski@qr.com.au
Queensland Rail is an integrated customer and rail infrastructure business with around 6000 staff, $6.9 billion in assets, 216 stations and more than 6,500 kilometres of track across Queensland. Our purpose is to provide a safe, reliable, on-time, value for money and customer focused rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with Queensland’s public transport system.
For over 150 years, we've played a vital role in linking people and places across our state, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future.
Our purpose-driven culture revolves around three key pillars:
Purpose that Counts: Every moment matters here. Whether you're at a station or behind the scenes, your contribution impacts lives across Queensland. Join us on a journey towards a world-class rail service that truly makes a difference.
People who Count: Our team is the heart of everything we achieve. We're a diverse group united by our passion for connecting communities. Together, we weather challenges, support each other and build lasting relationships.
Progress that Counts: Your career journey matters to us. Queensland Rail offers meaningful pathways for development and growth. As we expand and embrace exciting projects like Cross River Rail and the upcoming 2032 Olympics and Paralympics, there are abundant opportunities to shape the future of rail and your own career.
Why Join 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. If you're looking to make a real impact and be part of a team that values connection, community and progress, Queensland Rail is the place for you.
Together, we'll shape the future of rail and make a difference across Queensland.
