Bridgeworker (Structures/Civil Labourer)

About Queensland Rail

Queensland Rail is a significant, fully integrated infrastructure organisation committed to supporting the success of Queensland and its communities. The company values a culture centered around safety and high performance.

Role Overview

We are recruiting for Bridgeworkers to join our Structures and Civil Labourer team. In this role, you will perform maintenance and repairs on various structures including steel, timber, and concrete bridges as well as drainage systems. Your responsibilities will include adhering to safe work practices and delivering quality workmanship. The role is field-based and requires working in diverse weather conditions and comfortably working at heights.

Locations and Team

There are two openings for this role, located in Townsville and Ayr. Both positions belong to the Townsville Structures team, operating under our Northern Network Operations business tasked with maintaining the rail network to ensure safety and reliability for Queensland's public.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Permanent, full-time employment with a respected Queensland employer
• Paid travel time within roster, travel allowance, and accommodation provided
• Provision of all necessary tools and uniforms
• Opportunities for upskilling and further qualification attainment
• Health and wellness programs including access to Fitness Passport
• Confidential support through an Employee Assistance Program focusing on career, personal, and family wellbeing
• Work schedule based on a roster of 9 days on followed by 5 days off
• Competitive salary exceeding $85,000 per year plus 12.75% superannuation

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold a valid open-class driver's licence
• Recent experience in labouring or track and access work is essential
• A safety-conscious mindset is critical to this role
• Comfort and ability to work at heights safely

Additional Information

Queensland Rail embraces workplace diversity and acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders of the lands and waterways our network spans. We support a diverse workforce in aspects including gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, and education background. Adjustments in the recruitment process can be discussed if required.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application by 11:59 PM Sunday 9th August 2026. For further queries about the role, contact through the company website.