Rail Corridor Access Officer

CPB Contractors Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CPB Contractors is sourcing a Rail Corridor Access Officer for a Brisbane project. You will facilitate rail corridor access, coordinate lockout and delineation, and ensure safe-working practices across the RIS package. The role requires managing protection, briefings, and site access for all workers.

You will lead safety briefings, oversee protection installation/removal, and participate in T-Minus and safety-related meetings, with Cat3 medical requirements and strong IT/device proficiency.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in a Safety Critical environment (Rail highly preferable).
• Experience managing Permit to Work or Lockout systems.
• Experience delivering detailed and critical messaging/information in a group setting.
• Ability to manage the compliance of others in accordance with relevant safety processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership skills aligned with project principles, with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proven experience with problem solving, planning and time management.
• Proven experience with conflict and relationship management.
• Ability to pass a Cat3 medical (required for Rail Safety compliance) with general fitness to be able to complete basic manual handling tasks and walking along a rail corridor.
• Proven ability to use IT equipment and systems, including portable devices (iPads, smartphones) and Microsoft 365 suite (including SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage Network Lockout requirements for the project in accordance with QR requirements and Project planning.
• Sign into the Protection Officer or Permit Holder's Multiple Workgroup Register and ensure a thorough briefing is received.
• Oversee all access to the site including managing the lockout (lock box and protection) and delivering a briefing on all known hazards and controls.
• Coordinate the installation and removal of protection as required, including handback and track clearance processes.
• Attend and contribute to necessary meetings, including T-Minus meetings, related to the safe-working design and setup of all works within the Rail Corridor (as required).
• Assist as necessary with any Rail Safety functions including (but not limited to); lockout, spotters, PICOW, audits, etc.
• Ensuring all workers act safely and comply with safety requirements.
• Managing the work performance of self and direct reports.

Job description

CPB Contractors

CPB Contractors is a leading international construction company and a member of the CIMIC Group.

CPB Contractors

CPB Contractors is a leading international construction company and a member of the CIMIC Group.

We combine the construction track record and expertise formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, and we also include the people and projects of Leighton Asia.

In conjunction with our clients and partners, CPB Contractors is delivering important and iconic projects across all key sectors of the construction industry, meaning we offer significant and diverse work opportunities.

We are building on the strong foundations of our unique history to create a successful and sustainable future. Safely delivering next-generation infrastructure that better connects people and transforms communities is at the heart of what we do.

What can our construction projects build for you?

CPB Contractors along with our industry partners has been selected as preferred proponent to deliver two major packages for the Cross River Rail Project: the Tunnel, Stations and Development (TSD) package and the Rail, Integration and Systems (RIS) package. Cross River Rail is a new 10.2 kilometre rail line from Dutton Park to Bowen Hills, which includes 5.9 kilometres of tunnel under the Brisbane River and the CBD.

The RIS package is crucial to the overall delivery and success of Cross River Rail, and its integration with the Queensland Rail network. RIS will be delivered by the UNITY Alliance, which brings CPB Contractors, UGL, AECOM and Jacobs together with partners HASSELL, RCS Australia, Acmena, Martinus Rail and WIRED Overhead Solutions to deliver the full scope of works over the next three years.

This Includes

• Rail civil and electrical works
• Brownfield rail surface works primarily to the north of the tunnel
• Upgrade of six suburban stations to the south
• Rail operational systems works
• Rail signalling works and communication, and integration and commission activities

Your Opportunity

As a Rail Corridor Access Officer, you will facilitate the rail corridor access and coordinate the Network lockout and delineation for all rail corridor users working for the RIS project. This includes the set-up and removal of worksite and safe-working delineation.

You Will Be Accountable To

• Manage Network Lockout requirements for the project in accordance with QR requirements and Project planning.
• Sign into the Protection Officer or Permit Holder's Multiple Workgroup Register and ensure a thorough briefing is received.
• Oversee all access to the site including managing the lockout (lock box and protection) and delivering a briefing on all known hazards and controls.
• Coordinate the installation and removal of protection as required, including handback and track clearance processes.
• Attend and contribute to necessary meetings, including T-Minus meetings, related to the safe-working design and setup of all works within the Rail Corridor (as required).
• Assist as necessary with any Rail Safety functions including (but not limited to); lockout, spotters, PICOW, audits, etc.
• Ensuring all workers act safely and comply with safety requirements.
• Managing the work performance of self and direct reports.

Our Desired Requirements For This Role

• 3 years' experience in a Safety Critical environment (Rail highly preferable).
• Experience managing Permit to Work or Lockout systems.
• Experience delivering detailed and critical messaging/information in a group setting.
• Ability to manage the compliance of others in accordance with relevant safety processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership skills aligned with project principles, with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proven experience with problem solving, planning and time management.
• Proven experience with conflict and relationship management.Ability to pass a Cat3 medical (required for Rail Safety compliance) with general fitness to be able to complete basic manual handling tasks and walking along a rail corridor.
• Proven ability to use IT equipment and systems, including portable devices (iPads, smartphones) and Microsoft 365 suite (including SharePoint).

CPB Contractors is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workplace diversity and to providing flexible work opportunities at our offices and projects. We support women in construction and Indigenous advancement and participation, and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and applications via external recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Applications close 30th October 2026.