Trackworker

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: 

• Potential earnings of $85,000 + 12.75% superannuation (including penalties)


• 9-day fortnight (Mon-Fri, Mon-Thurs), 0600 to 1500 year around


• Travel within roster on paid work time including expenses & accommodation


• Paid training and ongoing support including Cert II in Rail Infrastructure


• Opportunity to gain a First Aid certificate, High Risk Work Licence (DG) & (LF) & Working Safely at Heights ticket.


• All PPE & tools supplied

Please click here for our full range of employee benefits.

Purpose that Counts.

We’re currently looking for a motivated Trackworker to join our Regional Assets Track team based at our Townsville depot.

This is a temporary role until 28/10/2027.As a Trackworker you will be responsible for performing heavy manual labour duties including replacing railway sleepers and a variety of other track maintenance tasks.

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:

• Assist in the repair and maintenance of the railway track


• Perform outdoor labouring duties throughout the region (including flood repair and other emergency work)


• Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently

Click here to view our QR Track team video  and here to view the full Position Description.

People who Count.

We are looking to connect with someone who Is reliable, safety-focused individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive team. To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Recent experience in a manual handling, labouring or TA type role


• Ability to pass cognitive & psychomotor testing for associated rail qualifications 


• HC truck licence & excavator ticket advantageous


• Demonstrated commitment to safety


• Must have capacity to travel and work within regional Queensland


• Must have the flexibility to work some overtime and weekends when required


• HC truck licence and excavator operator ticket are advantageous.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.

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 Tuesday 17th November 2026.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Jelena Nikolovski with your specific enquiry via [email protected]