Queensland Rail
Queensland Rail provides integrated rail transport solutions across freight, passenger, and infrastructure services.
Provide ordering, stocktaking, receiving, picking, packing and warehousing support to trade staff.
3 days ago
$74,047
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Greater Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Onsite
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Rail infrastructure
Project Management
Engineering
Customer Service
Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Rail Transport
Infrastructure
Freight
Passenger Services
Engineering
Network Maintenance
Bulk Minerals Transport
Coal Transport
Role
Description
order management
stocktaking
goods receiving
pick packing
warehouse ops
staff interaction
The Materials Officer role in the SEQ Supply Chain at the Hendra depot supports trade staff by managing ordering and supply of components, conducting cyclic stocktakes, receipting goods, and handling picking, packing and general warehousing activities to keep SEQ operations running efficiently while interacting with staff at all levels and meeting strict time frames.
Requirements
forklift licence
vehicle
yellow card
sap
distribution
problem solving
Successful candidates may undergo pre‑employment testing and checks, including alcohol and other drugs screening, psychometric assessments, health evaluations, background, criminal and credit checks, as well as formal qualification verification where required.
- Must have a current forklift licence.
- Must own reliable vehicle transport.
- Yellow Card – Class VF desired.
- Possess systems‑based skills, preferably with SAP or similar software.
- Experience in a distribution centre or maintenance facility, working to tight timeframes.
- Able to make decisions and solve problems.
- Capable of working both within a team and independently.
Benefits
Queensland Rail promotes an inclusive, diverse workforce and encourages applications from First Nations peoples, all genders, culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, people with disabilities and candidates of all ages, offering adjustments to ensure a barrier‑free recruitment experience.
- Be flexible with work hours.
- Base salary $74,047 plus 12.75% superannuation.
- Flexible working options to balance work and personal life.
- Free travel to work and discounted rail travel.
- Access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services via QRI Lifestyle.
- Free services supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
- Fitness Passport granting access to over 380 gyms and pools for you and your family.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
- psychometric assessment
- pre-employment health assessment
- alcohol and other drugs testing
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
- criminal history check
- credit check
- alcohol and other drugs testing
Company
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