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Cost Control Officer

Our purpose is to provide a customer-focused, safe, reliable, on-time, value for money rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with the public transport system. The organisation's vision is connecting community through a modern, world-class rail service.

We encourage a safe, innovative, and inclusive environment where you can deliver quality service while expanding your career and achieving your professional goals.  If you thrive in an environment where motivation, teamwork, and forward thinking are paramount, then a career with Queensland Rail could be the right step for you!

About the role

Major Projects Integration (MPI) works closely with the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA), Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), TransLink, and internal stakeholders to prepare and support the business and employees for the successful integration of Cross River Rail into our organisation.

The Cost Control Officer (AS5) will play a critical role in supporting the successful delivery of major projects by ensuring effective cost management and financial performance reporting of Major Projects Portfolio.

You will work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals, including project teams and finance specialists to perform detailed cost allocation, insightful financial/variance analysis, identify and communicate cost risks, and monitor project commitments and budgets.

Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities:  Cost Control Officer

Employment Type/Remuneration: This is a fixed term (ending 21/02/2025), fulltime position, based in Brisbane CBD with a starting base salary of $108,869 (pro-rata) plus 12.75% superannuation and hybrid work options to support the balance between work and personal commitments.

What we’re looking for:

• A highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with an accounting background or strong understanding of financial accounting principles.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, project environment, effectively working independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Proficiency with financial and project management systems; in particular, SAP R3 Financial Reporting, Projects Module, and Business Warehouse.
• Clear and concise communicator with the ability to present complex financial information to different audiences.

The successful candidate may be required to work outside normal hours and attend further training as required.

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’.

How to Apply: 

Click the “Apply” button to submit your resume and cover letter by the deadline: 11:59 PM (AEST) on 27th February 2023. 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.

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Judy with your specific enquiry to judy.williams@qr.com.au.