Senior Manager Program Delivery (North)

Buscojobs; Queensland; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Australian railway provider is seeking a Senior Program Manager for the Logan and Gold Coast faster rail project. This role involves leadership, project management, and integration of various rail components. Ideal candidates have extensive rail operations knowledge and significant leadership experience. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure development ahead of the 2032 Olympics.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus superannuation

Opportunity to work on the 2032 Olympics

Collaborative workplace

Work-life balance

Free Citytrain travel

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of rail transport operations and legislation.
• Experience in major infrastructure project leadership.
• High level of negotiation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership on key project delivery issues.
• Manage project delivery within budgets and schedules.
• Develop engagement and communication strategies.

Skills

Rail transport operations knowledge

Leadership experience

Program management skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Time management

Job description

Overview

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

Queensland Rail is built on true connection. And everything we achieve is made possible by you. For over 150 years, our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state. As the Senior Program manager (North), you’ll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future - and that means incredible things for your career. Shape a world where safety, efficiency, and reliability are not just ideals—they're realities forged by your hands and minds. This is your platform; this is where your journey begins!

Why Queensland Rail?

We will provide you with an exciting and diverse career opportunity to join a company that continues to strive in the delivery of a modern and world-class railway provider, you will be able to lead and apply your innovative thoughts to enhance our rail network. For this role we also offer :

• Competitive salary plus 12.75% superannuation contribution
• Opportunity to be part of the planning and preparation for the 2032 Olympics
• Collaborative and engaged work place and team environment
• Genuine work-life balance
• Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

About this role :

Working within Queensland Rail’s Major Projects team this role will see you joining the team for the Logan and Gold Coast faster rail project where you will oversee the integration of track, structures, stations, and signalling systems on the northern end of the project. In an ever growing area of the business now is a great time to join QLD rail and really make your mark!

Please note this is NOT an ICT delivery role.

Purpose That Counts - some of your responsibilities will include :

• Provide leadership on key issues relating to the delivery of the project
• Provide technical and professional guidance to design, planning and delivery teams
• Manage the delivery of the project in accordance with allocated budgets, schedules and safety targets
• Provide detailed reporting to key stakeholders against agreed deliverables
• Work within the enterprise project management frameworks
• Develop and implement engagement and communication strategies
• Lead the integration of project requirements.

People Who Count – Who we are looking for :

• Extensive knowledge of rail transport operations and associated legislation
• High level of experience in providing leadership and strategic direction in a major infrastructure project
• High level of skill in program management
• High level of negotiation and influencing skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Strong time management and leadership skills

To read the position description click HERE

Progress that Counts

Joining Queensland Rail means being part of an exciting future where you'll welcome millions of international passengers for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our Cross River Rail project will transform travel across the South East Queensland network, doubling passenger journeys to 80 million over the next decade.

To support this growth and enhance customer experiences, we're committed to key initiatives, including building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $5.75 billion Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail Project, introducing 65 new Next Generation Rolling Stock trains, improving station accessibility at eight main stations, boosting North Coast Line capacity and upgrading Central Station.

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.

Apply for this exciting new role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11.59pm Sunday 5th October 2025.

Applicants for roles at Queensland Rail may undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing if they advance in the recruitment process. The selection process may include psychometric assessments, pre-employment health checks and background screenings, which could involve criminal history and credit checks.

To learn more about this career opportunity, please contact Kelly Mclean via email at [e-mail]

We’re a team of thousands and we’re proud of our individual journeys and stories. And as we grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.