Trackworker

**Req. Id**:10098

**Date**:10 Sept 2025

**Location**:Dalby, QLD, AU, 4405

**Company**:Queensland Rail

**You’ll connect Queensland, we’ll connect you to an amazing career**
- Queensland Rail stands on the foundation of true connection, encompassing the relationships we foster within our teams and the communities we serve across the state. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future.
- We have an exciting **Permanent opportunity for a Trackworker (Labourer)**to join our Dalby based Track Team, who look after the track maintenance between Jondaryan to Chinchilla and Meandarra.

**What Queensland Rail has to offer**
- Full-time base annual salary of **$69,000+ 12.75% super - Potential earnings of $85,000** including penalties.
- 9-day fortnight generally between the hours of 0700 to 1600
- Travel on paid work time including expenses & accommodation
- Complete Cert II & III in Rail Infrastructure - Track
- All PPE & tools supplied

**About the role**
As a Trackworker you will be responsible for performing heavy manual labour activities which can include replacing railway sleepers and a variety of other railway track maintenance activities. This position is constantly in the field so you must be able to work in a variety of 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

**About you**
- Recent experience in a manual handling or physical labouring role
- Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- 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

We promote development in our team and in addition to the above-mentioned training you will have the opportunity to gain a First Aid certificate, High Risk Work Licence (DG) & (LF) & Working Safely at Heights ticket.

**FAQ**
- Is travel on paid work time? Yes
- Where do we stay when working away? Provided local accommodation, where possible a self-contained apartment with facilities to allow for cooking
- Are all meals provided? Included in working away allowance
- Are uniforms supplied? Yes
- Do I need my own tools? No
- How many weeks annual leave? 4 weeks
- Is ongoing training provided? Yes
- Can I leave my personal vehicle at the depot when away? Yes

**Benefits that Count**
- All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best.
- QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services
- Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services
- You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport
- Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees
- Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership

**Your journey matters. Make it with us.**

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

**Supporting a Diverse Workforce**

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.