Project Engineer - Track

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia

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reference
Job reference 1270603
location
Location Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia
sector
Sector Infrastructure
function
Function Engineering & Design
type
Employment type Permanent
date
Date published March 16, 2026

Overview

We are currently recruiting Track Project Engineers to support the delivery and commissioning of track construction and maintenance works throughout central Queensland. An ability to deliver within tight rail possession / occupation windows is essential.

Location-          Rockhampton

Duration-          Permanent, Full-time

Salary-              $110,000 - $140,000 + Super

Benefits-           Relocation assistance package

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage track engineering activities across project lifecycle stages.
  • Assist in the development of scope of works, review track designs, work packs, and construction methodologies.

  • Support delivery teams during possessions, occupations are completed safely within schedule

  • Monitor progress, prepare reports, and provide engineering insights to drive project performance.

  • Site inspections, track walkouts

  • Work with PM / Construction Manager to ensure projects are on track and delivered within budget

  • Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external partners to resolve technical issues.

  • Contribute to safety, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or similar
  • 4+ years on rail track construction projects

  • RIW Card

  • Statement of Competency with QR, ARTC, MTM, Vline or Sydney Trains desirable (but not a requirement)

  • Drivers licence

Benefits

  • Recognised industry specialists within track construction and maintenance programs
  • Growing team, work for a nationally recognised company.  
  • Permanent role with a strong pipeline of work with multiple clients – get the chance to work on different rail operator networks.

Please hit apply and contact michael.ogborne@airswift.com  or 0448 220 849 for more information. 

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider.  With 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 70 countries, Airswift's geographical reach, experience and expertise across the energy, mining, infrastructure and technology sectors is unparalleled. 

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