Track Senior Project Engineer

Job Description

About the Project:

John Holland is delivering the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (B2N) on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. This major rail infrastructure program is designed to increase capacity, improve reliability and support the region’s long-term growth.

This complex, multi‑disciplinary project includes significant signalling, rail systems and interface works delivered in a live rail environment, requiring close collaboration with Queensland Rail, designers, certifiers and delivery partners.

Based at Beerburrum project site, this project offers exposure to a large-scale rail upgrade and the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact transport solution while developing your career within a Tier 1 environment

About The Role

We have an opportunity for a Track Senior Project Engineer to join our team based in Beerburrum, the role is responsible for coordinating and delivering Track construction activities ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and contractual requirements. You will need effective stakeholder engagement, reporting, and commercial awareness to support the successful delivery of this major rail infrastructure project.

What We Are Looking For

Degree-qualified engineering professional with extensive experience delivering major infrastructure projects valued at $10M+.A Senior Engineer with strong site-based construction experience across complex rail environments.Strong expertise in project planning, programming, cost control, risk management, and commercial delivery.Thorough knowledge of safety, quality, environmental, design, and contractual management principles.Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors to achieve programme, budget, and performance targets.Highly effective communicator with strong stakeholder engagement, leadership, and project reporting capabilities.

Key Accountabilities

Coordinate the safe and successful delivery of Track rail construction worksChampion a strong safety culture through proactive risk management, environmental compliance, and quality assurance practices.Drive construction progress by coordinating site activities and ensuring alignment with critical project milestones and delivery schedules.Support cost control, forecasting, and budget management to maximise project performance and commercial outcomes.Lead and managed subcontractors to achieve high standards of safety, quality, productivity, and workmanship.Interpret complex engineering designs and specifications to facilitate the efficient delivery of construction works.Coordinate procurement and tender activities, ensuring the timely engagement of subcontractors and suppliers.Ensure full compliance with contractual, legislative, and project requirements while maintaining accurate reporting and project documentation.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits, including salary continuance and salary sacrifice optionsFlexible work arrangements and generous leave, including 18 weeks paid parental leaveCareer development through technical, leadership and emerging talent programsOpportunities to work on some of Australia's most iconic projectsA diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belongWellbeing support and benefits designed to help you thrive

At John Holland, our purpose is simple: we transform lives with everything we do.

We know infrastructure is about people - our customers, our employees and the communities we work in every day. That's what sets us apart: deep expertise, proven capability and a genuine commitment to creating better outcomes for people along the way.

With expertise spanning engineering, construction and operations, we're delivering the projects and services that keep communities moving. From rail, roads and bridges to hospitals and stadiums, we've helped shape Australia through iconic projects. You'll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.

Be part of a team that's up for the challenge of transforming lives.

John Holland does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s from agencies that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers.

Profile Description

Competitive Package | 10% Project allowance! | 2 John Holland days off annually | Extensive employee benefits program | 18 weeks paid parental leave | Mentoring, sponsorship, leadership development programs | A high-performing team environment

We Offer

Competitive Package | 10% Project allowance! | 2 John Holland days off annually | Extensive employee benefits program | 18 weeks paid parental leave | Mentoring, sponsorship, leadership development programs | A high-performing team environment