The Director (Rail Freight Strategy & Projects) leads the strategic direction of the Queensland rail freight network by setting outcomes and requirements, monitoring performance, and guiding integrated network development. The role manages a team delivering rail strategy, planning, operational modelling and assurance, oversees project development through planning and business case stages under the Queensland Government Project Assessment Framework, and provides strategic advice to senior executives on freight network priorities and projects interfacing with the network.
You will be part of:
* An organisation that connects Queensland, delivering integrated transport networks that support economic growth and liveable communities.
* A branch with statewide influence, responsible for setting the long‐term strategic direction for Queensland's rail network.
* A department with purpose, contributing to the well‐being, safety and connectivity of communities across the state.
* An employer that values your expertise, encourages professional growth and supports you to excel in your chosen field.
What we offer
* Work‐life balance, with flexible working arrangements, including flex time and working from home options.
* A central Brisbane location, close to Central Station and public transport.
* A supportive and collaborative team environment, with strong investment in training, leadership development and career progression.
* Attractive employment conditions, including generous leave provisions and superannuation.
About you
We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge, skills, potential for development, and personal qualities.
In this role, you will:
* Lead and manage a team of professionals developing rail strategies and planning, defining and monitoring key requirements for major rail projects and timetable implementation, undertaking operational modelling, validation, and assurance activities.
* Oversee rail project development from planning to business case, following the Queensland Government Project Assessment Framework, and ensuring that projects deliver safe, reliable, accessible, and value‐for‐money outcomes that integrate with the existing rail network.
* Provide strategic and authoritative advice to senior executives on the future vision for the rail freight network, project development, and projects that interface with the rail freight network in Queensland.
* Build effective stakeholder partnerships to identify potential risks and mitigations to support delivery of desired outcomes, including working with other state agencies, local government, federal and state transport agencies, industry groups, and communities.
* Proactively and effectively participate in the leadership team for the section, including governance, business planning, financial and resource management, and workplace health and safety.
Mandatory qualifications and conditions
* Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
* It is a condition of employment for recommended appointee/s to disclose any previous serious discipline action taken against them for consideration by the delegate prior to any appointment.
Requirements of the role
* Experience developing and/or delivering strategic multi‐modal transport planning solutions (strategic understanding of the rail network would be highly desirable, but not essential if the applicant can demonstrate transferable skills).
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/682090/26
Closing Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026
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