Systems Maintainer

Your opportunity.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Maintainer to join our Regional Assets North, Wayside Systems team based at our Cairns depot.

As a Systems Maintainer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of Queensland Rail’s mechanical signalling equipment. Based within a skilled, multidisciplinary signalling team, you’ll support a broad region stretching from Cairns and Kuranda, and as far south as Townsville to St Lawrence.

To be considered you must hold a Certificate III in Mechanical Rail Signalling and a current open driver’s licence.

Purpose that Counts.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for:

Installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical signalling equipmentAssisting with maintenance and repair of standby generator plantsEnsuring all work is carried out in line with WH&S standardsAccurately completing administrative and record-keeping tasksContributing to the improvement of existing work procedures and practicesReporting on completed tasks against scheduled maintenance plans

Benefits that Count. What Queensland Rail has to offer:

9 day fortnight - Monday to Friday with every second Friday off (3 day weekend)You can expect an annual salary of between $90,000 - $100,000 + 12.75% super (dependant on quals & experience)Travel on paid work time including expensesPaid training and support to develop your experienceAll PPE & uniform supplied

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:

A strong mechanical aptitudeThe ability to work independently and collaborativelyA demonstrated commitment to safety and qualityFlexibility to travel across regional Queensland as neededWillingness to work overtime and weekends when required

Please click here to view the Position Description.

We look forward to hearing from motivated individuals who are ready to make an impact and work as part of a dedicated team!

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network traverses.

Our teams are 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 Sunday 16th August 2026.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact qrcaeers@qr.com.au with your specific enquiry.