Team Leader

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to join our Regional Assets, Track team located at our Cairns depot.

Benefits that count. What Queensland Rail has to offer: 

• Starting base salary of $93, 300 + 12.75% superannuation + applicable penalities 


• 9-day fortnight – Mon - Fri, Tues - Fri (3 day weekend every fortnight)


• General work hours: 0600 to 1500 in Summer & 0700 to 1600 in Winter)


• Travel within roster, on paid work time (accommodation provided + travel allowance)


• All tools and uniform supplied


• Opportunities to upskill & further qualifications

Please click here for our full range of employee benefits. 

Purpose that counts.

As the Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of a team of Trackworkers. You’ll use your people skills to make sure all aspects of work is carried out safely and efficiently. 

This position is constantly in the field so you must be able to work in challenging weather conditions and high temperatures.

Click here to view "a Day in the Life of a Trackwork Team Leader" 

Your key responsibilities will include: 

• Ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and safely


• Supervising the daily operations of assigned workgroups


• Ensuring all plant and equipment receive regular servicing and maintenance


• Liaising with the Track Maintenance Supervisor regarding daily work requirements


• Assisting tradespeople in providing mechanical maintenance support for machines as needed


• Performing administrative and record-keeping duties 

 People who count. We are looking to connect with someone with:

• Experience in track maintenance or construction activities and work planning


• Leadership, people management and negotiation skills


• Problem solving and quality improvement skills


• A current open drivers licence  - essential

For further information please view the Position Description.

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 11:59 PM (AEST) Sunday 12th July 2026.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact qrcareers.com.au with your specific enquiry.