Principal Strategy and Planning Adviser

Vor 2 Tagen

Brisbane City, Österreich Queensland Rail Vollzeit

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We’re not just moving people, we’re connecting communities. Queensland Rail is a proud organisation with a rich history, and we’re always looking for passionate individuals to join our team and drive the organisation’s future.

At Queensland Rail, we offer more than just a job; we offer diverse career paths filled with opportunities. We also have a strong focus on safety and wellbeing, and you’ll be a part of a supportive and collaborative culture.

Why Queensland Rail?

Be A Part of Something Bigger: Become a integral part of Queensland’s transport infrastructure and contribute to the economic and social fabric of the state.

Career Development: Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to excel in your role. We invest in our people and offer clear pathways for career advancement.

Industry Leader: Join a company at the forefront of rail innovation. Be a part of shaping the future of sustainable and efficient transportation.

Work-Life Balance: We offer competitive remuneration and flexible work options to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Job Overview

As the Principal Strategy and Planning Adviser, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Queensland Rail. You will lead the development and implementation of enterprise and business strategies that align with our vision and strategic objectives. You will also foster a culture of strategic thinking and planning throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and provide expert advice in the development of a portfolio of enterprise and business strategies and plans.
  • Identify and recommend strategies to close gaps and capitalise on opportunities to execute Queensland Rail's strategy and vision.
  • Collaborate with Queensland Rail executives and leadership teams to develop functional strategies and plans.
  • Facilitate group workshops and utilise strategic planning tools.
  • Integrate strategic, benchmarking, and performance analysis into relevant documentation.
  • Prepare and develop Board and Executive papers, presentations, plans, and other documentation as required.
  • Prepare and develop Queensland Rail's Strategic and Operational Plans.
  • Enhance the organisation's strategic knowledge capabilities by implementing effective coaching, frameworks, processes, and communication.
  • Participate in other team activities, including benchmarking, demographics, and program management.

Employment Type/Remuneration: This is a fixed-term, fulltime position (ending 28.05.2025 with possible extension), based in Brisbane CBD with a starting base salary of $146,240 (pro-rata) plus 12.75% superannuation and hybrid work options to support the balance between work and personal commitments.

Essential qualifications and experience:

  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role or a substantial level of skill in strategic management.
  • Extensive knowledge in the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategy, frameworks, policy, and programs.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in facilitating workshops with diverse groups.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable qualifications and experience:

  • Skilled in creating, maintaining, and publishing intranet-based content.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Visio or similar software for document and infographic development.
  • Experience in Government or related industry.

Lifestyle & Work Benefits at Queensland Rail:

  • Four weeks annual leave, as well as other leaves and flexible working opportunities to help balance between work and personal commitments.
  • Free travel to-and-from work, as well as access to discounted and/or free rail travel for off-duty travel on the City or long-distance travel networks.
  • Access to QR's competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment.
  • Employee Assistance Program providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
  • Professional and leadership development opportunities and ongoing support to develop your experience and skills.
  • Access to Fitness Passport – a discounted workplace health and fitness program giving you and your family unparalleled access to a wide range of gyms and pools throughout the state.
  • We pride ourselves on our Safety Culture, we ‘work safe’ so that everyone goes ‘home safe’.

Ready to Drive Your Career Forward?

Click the “Apply” button to submit your resume and cover letter by the deadline: 11:59 PM (AEST) on Sunday, 14th July. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.


The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to provide references and/or complete pre-employment tests, health assessments, and background checks (which may include criminal history and credit checks). External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing.

Queensland Rail embraces and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, and members of other diverse groups to apply. 

We have built the foundation for diversity in the areas of gender balance, First Nations Peoples, Youth, Disability and Multiculturalism. We continue to establish and integrate key programs such as QRWomen, Graduate and Apprentice Programs, Work and Welcome, Returned to Work processes, Employee Assistance Program, as well as Queensland Rail First Nations and LGBTIQ+ Staff Reference Groups.

Queensland Rail pays its respect to Elders past, present and emerging community leaders. Queensland Rail also acknowledges the contributions of First Nations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) peoples within Queensland Rail and the communities we serve.

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