Asset Supervisor - South West

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

 
Queensland Rail is built on strong connections, both within our teams and with the communities we serve. For over 150 years, we've been linking people and places. Now, we invite you to join us in continuing this proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future.

 
What’s on offer?
•    Permanent full-time role based in Toowoomba
•    Base annual salary $131,000 + 12.75% superannuation
•    9-day fortnight – Mon-Fri, Mon-Thurs
•    Paid travel time within your roster + travel allowance
•    All PPE and work vehicle supplied
•    A strong culture of safety – we work safe, so everyone gets home safe

 
About the Role
As a Asset Supervisor based in Toowoomba you'll be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the planning, auditing and inspection of multi disciplinary maintenance activities, ensuring all works meet approved plans, quality and safety standards, and comply with relevant legislation, regulations and codes.

Your key responsibilities will include:
•    Inspect and monitor maintenance activities—including fire systems, electrical test and tag, asbestos, safety, and wooden pole inspections—to ensure regulatory compliance and accurate data management. 
•    Supervise and sign off contractor work as directed by the Work Management Coordinator. 
•    Coordinate the sourcing, supervision and administration of contractors to deliver the annual maintenance program, including final inspections and preparation of completion reports. 
•    Conduct inspections and audits to support strategic planning and meet local government interface agreement requirements. 
•    Assist with developing 1–5 year maintenance plans while communicating effectively with staff, contractors and stakeholders, and resolving maintenance-related issues as they arise.

For full position responsibilities, please read this Position Description.
 

About you
•    Solid knowledge of asset management requirements, building codes and relevant regulations. 
•    Strong inspection skills with an understanding of safety, hazards and investigative methods. 
•    Able to identify defects, faults and substandard workmanship. 
•    Confident in interpreting and applying relevant codes, laws and regulations. 
•    Skilled in negotiation, decision-making and coordinating maintenance activities. 
•    Competent across multi disciplinary maintenance tasks. 
•    Proficient in asset management and finance-related computer systems

To be considered you must hold a Trade Certificate in one of the following: Carpentry, Painting, Plumbing or Electrical and hold a ‘C’ class drivers’ licence

This role offers a diverse and rewarding opportunity, including traveling across the region on a regular basis. You’ll also have the opportunity to provide relief support in other regional locations across Queensland, so flexibility to travel is essential.

 
Benefits that Count 
All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, including: 
•    QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services 
•    Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services 
•    You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport 
•    Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees 
•    Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership 
 
 
Your journey matters. Make it with us. 

Please apply to Asset Supervisor - South West (11417) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Tuesday 2nd June 2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment 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 Natasha Neuendorf via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Natasha Neuendorf with your specific enquiry on 0436967743 or email natasha.neuendorf@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.