Signalling Systems Officer

At Queensland Rail, we're committed to connecting communities and keeping Queensland moving. We do better together by valuing diverse perspectives, empowering our people, acting safely, and continuously improving how we work. If you're passionate about signalling systems and want to make a real impact on the safety and reliability of Queensland's rail network, we'd love to hear from you.

Your opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a signalling professional who enjoys sharing their technical expertise while ensuring the safe and reliable operation of signalling assets across the rail network. In this role, you'll provide specialist technical support, conduct workplace coaching and assessments, investigate signalling system issues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance practices and asset performance.

Queensland Rail is seeking an experienced Signalling Systems Officer to join our Regional Assets South team based in Rockhampton.

 
As a Signalling Systems Officer, you'll provide technical support, workplace coaching, training, and assessment in the installation, maintenance, and repair of signalling systems and equipment. This role also involves conducting inspections and reporting on the condition of signalling equipment and the effectiveness of maintenance practices.

Working closely with field teams and key stakeholders, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of signalling systems through inspections, audits, testing, commissioning and ongoing maintenance activities
 
Benefits that Count:
•    Total remuneration package of $184,000 (including allowances) plus 12.75% Super 
•    Work a 9 day fortnight, on day shift and on call every 3 weeks
•    Paid training and ongoing support to develop your skills and experience
•    Rail specific tools, uniform, PPE and shared work vehicle supplied

 
Purpose that Counts. You’ll make a meaningful contribution by:
•    providing technical support to Network staff.
•    conducting workplace coaching, training and assessment.
•    progressing the implementation and application of quality principles and practices.
•    conducting technical inspections and audits.
•    investigating and reporting on signalling systems.
•    testing, commissioning and maintaining signalling equipment.
•    maintaining all records and associated documentation.
 
We are seeking to connect with someone who ideally has:
•    knowledge of signalling systems and equipment, including relevant maintenance standards and safe working principles.
•    experience with maintenance, fault rectification, and installation of signalling systems and equipment.
•    ability to identify equipment performance irregularities, investigate recurring faults, and recommend improvements.
•    experience in developing maintenance procedures for electrical signalling systems and equipment.
 
Mandatory requirements held prior to applying for the role:
•    Current National Driver's License
•    Certificate IV in Rail Infrastructure Rail Signalling
•    Cert III Electrical Mechanic Licence
•    Availability to participate in standby/call-out arrangements and travel away from home as required.