Cairns Maintainer II

1 week ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Queensland Rail Full time $82,509 - $100,000 per year

Req. Id: 10132

Date: 19 Aug 2025

Location:Cairns, QLD, AU, 4870

Company: Queensland Rail

You'll connect Queensland. We'll connect you to an amazing career.

We are a large and fully integrated business that provides services that are pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance

What Queensland Rail has to offer:

  • Initial Fixed term position 11th August 2026 based at Portsmith Depot
  • Potential to earn over $100,000
  • Work a 8-day fortnight
  • On going training will be provided
  • Strong focus on safety – we 'work safe' every day to ensure everyone goes 'home safe'
  • Work with an experienced, supportive and engaged team
  • All PPE & uniform supplied

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter to join our Rollingstock Maintenance team at the Cairns (Portsmith) Depot, where you will provide carpentry maintenance services to the Kuranda Scenic Railway Operations and other areas of the Rollingstock Maintenance Depot.

Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to;

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to carriages, supporting reliability and availability.
  • Contribute to the Kuranda Scenic Railway Carriage Overhaul & Refurbishment Program.
  • Participate in a semi-autonomous team environment, supporting safety, training, and depot operations.
  • Ensure accurate data entry into maintenance systems and support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Monitor and plan operational safety practices

Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities: 'Position Description'

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have the following:

  • Certificate III in Carpentry.
  • High-level skills in overhaul, refurbishment, maintenance, and fault finding on timber structures.
  • Substantial experience working in semi-autonomous teams with minimal supervision.
  • Sound knowledge of depot maintenance practices and procedures.
  • Strong understanding of safety and environmental practices and procedures.
  • Familiarity with quality management principles.
  • Willingness to commit to and work within established procedures and standards.

Hours and Salary:

This position offers a 8-day fortnight roster with a starting base salary of $82,509 plus 12.75% superannuation. With the current roster, and allowances you have the potential to earn over $100,000 annually.

Sounds great, what's next?

Please apply to Cairns Maintainer II (Carp via our website by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Tuesday 2nd September

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.

If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry on or email Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.

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