Queensland Rail
Queensland Rail provides integrated rail transport solutions across freight, passenger, and infrastructure services.
23 hours ago
$135,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
procurement strategy
spend analysis
supplier management
project management
continuous improvement
stakeholder relations
Within the Rollingstock and Capital Projects team, the Senior Category Specialist will procure high‑value goods and services, develop supplier relationships and deliver strategic procurement outcomes. The role demands a proactive leader who can solve procurement challenges, address diverse stakeholder needs and make commercially sound decisions while maintaining strong business relationships.
- Lead and drive procurement strategies for high‑value goods and services, including major construction works and rollingstock overhaul programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, act as a trusted advisor and manage competing priorities.
- Own procurement outcomes, proactively identify and solve problems to drive commercial value.
- Navigate complex stakeholder interactions, manage expectations and uphold procurement best practices.
- Analyse procurement spend, supplier performance and market trends to improve commercial outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Manage multiple procurement projects concurrently, ensuring smooth execution and timely decision‑making.
Requirements
leadership
procurement
stakeholder management
problem solving
project management
negotiation
To apply, submit your application for Senior Category Specialist (10884) via our website by 11:59 pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) on Sunday 8 February 2026. Current Queensland Rail employees must use the internal People Connect solution, while external candidates will undergo alcohol and other drugs testing, psychometric and health assessments, and background checks.
- Strong leadership skills with a drive to shape procurement strategy and achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
- Proven high‑volume procurement experience in a centre‑led function, including tendering, contract negotiations and supplier management.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and high emotional intelligence to build trust and manage expectations.
- Strategic problem‑solving ability to interpret business issues and devise commercially sound solutions.
- Capability to manage and prioritize several projects simultaneously.
- Confidence handling challenging conversations with stakeholders and suppliers, positioning procurement as a strategic enabler.
Benefits
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 160 years, our teams have played an important role in connecting people and communities across the state. As a Senior Category Specialist, you’ll contribute to our proud legacy and help us build an even brighter, more sustainable future – offering incredible opportunities for your career.
Benefits include a base salary of $135,000 plus 12.75 % superannuation, flexible working options, free travel to work and discounted rail travel, access to over 2,000 exclusive QRI Lifestyle discounts, free wellbeing services and a Fitness Passport giving access to more than 380 gyms and pools.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- alcohol and other drugs pre-employment testing
- psychometric assessment
- pre-employment health assessment
- background checks including criminal history and credit checks
Overview
Over 150 years
Years of Operation
The company has been shaping Queensland's transportation network for over a century and a half.
1,600 kilometers
Rail Network Span
The expansive rail network connects urban and regional areas across Queensland.
Millions annually
Passengers Served
Queensland Rail reliably serves millions of passengers each year with safe and efficient travel options.
1865
Year of Origin
The company's history began in 1865 as a regional rail operator.
- It delivers a range of services, including passenger rail transport, freight logistics, and rail infrastructure management.
- Known for its reliability, serves millions of passengers annually, providing safe, efficient travel options.
- It plays a key role in moving freight, particularly coal and agricultural products.
- Key infrastructure projects include upgrading rail lines, stations, and signaling systems to support modernized services.
- Queensland Rail also plays an essential role in the Queensland economy by providing rail solutions that support commerce and industry.
- With a deep commitment to innovation, is modernizing its fleet with cutting-edge technology for sustainability and efficiency.
- Its influence extends beyond transportation, contributing to regional development and improving accessibility for Queensland residents.
Culture + Values
- We do better together
- Treat Others With Respect – We appreciate everyone’s contributions and differences
- Empower Our People – We have confidence in our people
- Act Safely – We work safe, to go home safe
- Make A Positive Difference – We learn from today, to improve tomorrow
Environment + Sustainability
45% Electricity Offset
Solar PV Systems Contribution
Solar PV systems at depots offset up to 45% of electricity demand, significantly reducing carbon emissions.
90% Ballast Recycled
Recycling Program Effectiveness
Up to 90% of ballast spoil is recycled, minimizing waste and contributing to sustainable resource management.
200 Cars Removed
Public Transport Impact
Each six-car train removes an equivalent of 200 cars from roads, reducing congestion and emissions.
334 t CO₂-e Saved
Annual Emission Reduction
Solar PV systems at depots save approximately 334 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually.
- Integrate environmental, social and governance principles into policies, processes, strategies, risk management and decision‑making at all levels
- Comply with applicable legal and other obligations
- Manage material sustainability risks and opportunities to protect and enhance environment, cultural, economic and social values
- Embed climate‑change risk management to progressively improve resilience of assets, infrastructure and services
- Decarbonise operations in support of progress towards becoming a net zero emissions railway
- Encourage innovation with new or improved technologies, processes and products that support sustainability outcomes
- Monitor and report on environmental and sustainability performance to drive continual improvement
- Foster a workforce culture around sustainability through training, awareness and engagement
- Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, customers, delivery partners and industry on sustainability and supply‑chain outcomes
- Utilise regenerative braking on all New Generation Rollingstock to feed electricity back into the traction network
- Include renewable energy in electricity contracts and install renewable generation at facilities
- Recycle scrap metal, timber, paper, industrial and hazardous waste
Inclusion & Diversity
26% Female
Female representation in the workforce
Reflecting the company's efforts to increase diversity across all levels.
25% Leadership
Women in leadership positions
Highlighting the growing influence of women in senior roles within the organization.
54% Trainees
Female trainees in control roles
Demonstrating progress in diversifying new hires and fostering future leaders.
28% Industry-Wide
Female participation in the rail industry
Showcasing a broader commitment to gender diversity across the rail sector.
- QR Women Collective and QR Women programs launched to increase female retention and representation
- Participation in ARA Women in Mentoring, Women in Engineering, scholarships, networking events
- Established Inclusion Council in early 2020 with executive-level sponsorship across gender, age, First Nations, multicultural, accessibility, LGBTIQ+, DFV prevention
- Achieved White Ribbon Australia Workplace Accreditation to prevent gendered violence and sexual harassment
- Industry-wide rail female participation rose from 24% to 28% (2022–23); CEOs female share up to 26% (2022–23) per ARA data