Capital Projects Lead

Drive the Future of Bundaberg’s Cane Rail Network

Bundaberg Sugar is seeking a Capital Projects Lead to deliver innovative and practical solutions across our Cane Supply operations. This is a unique opportunity to combine project management, asset strategy, and hands-on collaboration in a role that supports one of the region’s most iconic industries.

The role oversees the delivery of Cane Supply projects, including planning, statutory approvals and overall quality assurance. It manages key contracts across signalling, track maintenance, structures, and rolling stock, working collaboratively with key officers and supervisors to plan and implement capital works, operations, inspections, and maintenance programs.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Develop a ten-year asset management plan for all Cane Supply assets based on inspection results and task analysis.
• Plan, develop, and program long-term asset strategies.
• Collaborate with senior officers to deliver work programs on time and within scope.
• Coordinate cane railway works teams to deliver maintenance and capital projects efficiently and on schedule.
• Review and analyse incident and defect data to create annual maintenance plans.
• Develop safety management plans, inspection procedures, and test checklists as directed by the Cane Supply Manager.
• Conduct asset condition assessments and assign priority ratings, focusing on road-rail interfaces and structural assets.

What We Are Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project Management, Business, Management or a related discipline.
• Proven project management expertise across the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Experience in railway maintenance and track work is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and project planning.

Why Bundaberg, Queensland?

Living in Bundaberg offers a unique blend of professional opportunities and lifestyle benefits:

• Enjoy a more affordable lifestyle, with reasonably priced housing, abundant fresh local produce and a laid-back atmosphere.


• Be part of a welcoming regional community with access to quality schools, reliable healthcare, and modern recreational facilities.


• Located near the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Bundaberg boasts stunning beaches, national parks, and outdoor activities.


• The town where the turtles call home, where the beach meets the reef and the world-class rum is crafted.

Why Join Us?

Bundaberg Sugar has been part of the local community for generations, and we continue to play a vital role in one of the region’s most important industries. Living and working in Bundaberg means enjoying the lifestyle of a vibrant regional centre while contributing to meaningful projects that keep the industry moving forward.

We are committed to providing a rewarding career experience, with a strong focus on safety, growth, and development. You will benefit from career progression opportunities, competitive employee benefits, and ongoing training to support your success.

Join us in a role where your skills make a real impact and every day brings new challenges.

Apply now and help us keep the cane moving!