You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career. Queensland Rail stands on the foundation of true connection, encompassing the relationships we foster within our teams and the communities we serve across the state. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future. Your Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Employee Relations Adviser to join our team. This role will involve handling disputation and varying Tribunal matters, supporting the re negotiation of Enterprise Agreements and generally navigating a wide range of employee relations matters. The ideal candidate will provide expert advice, coaching, and support on policy, legislative requirements, and complex workplace issues. Here's what you'll do: Legislative and Policy Guidance: Offer expert advice to management on the effective application of relevant legislation, policies, and standards. Support the resolution of workplace issues and collaborate with managers to drive workplace reform. Enterprise Agreement Negotiations: Engage with employees and unions to support the full life cycle of Enterprise Agreement negotiations. Work to resolve workplace issues and achieve the best outcomes for Queensland Rail. Workplace Reform and HR Strategy Implementation: Assist in the implementation of workplace reform initiatives and HR strategies, ensuring they align with organisational goals. Complex Case Management: Lead or manage complex employee disputes including but not limited to unfair dismissals and general protections matters. Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities HERE. About you: Strong experience in relevant workplace legislation and enterprise agreement negotiations Previous experience in handling employee disputes, including Tribunal and Court matters Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously Effective interpersonal skills Proactive approach with high attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and a part of a high preforming team. Why join our team? Fixed term position until April 2027 based in Brisbane’s CBD. Starting base salary $135,199 plus 12.75% super. Collaborative and engaged workplace and team environment. Genuine work life balance. Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel. Your journey matters. Make it with us. Please apply to Senior Employee Relations Adviser (10940) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT10:00 Brisbane) Tuesday 17th February 2026. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES: You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks. Supporting a Diverse Workforce Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve. We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below. To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry to kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
