The Wave is a generational infrastructure project that will revolutionise travel on and around the Sunshine Coast, creating a seamless public transport network that will help to shape the region and unlock new housing and economic opportunities. The Wave includes passenger heavy rail from Beerwah to Birtinya, connecting with a metro-style service to allow journeys to the Sunshine Coast Airport via Mountain Creek and Maroochydore CBD.

The Wave (Rail) branch will deliver Stages 1 and 2 of The Wave. Stage 1 includes a new rail line from Beerwah to Caloundra. With $5.5 billion committed towards Stage 1 delivery, design and pre-construction activities are underway and major construction is proposed to start in 2027, subject to approvals.

Job details

Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a vital government agency moving and connecting people, places, goods and services safely, efficiently and effectively around Queensland. Of significant scale and scope, TMR and its people share a common value - to drive positive change and to make a difference. If you want to add value to Queensland, this is the role for you!

The Opportunity
In the role of Manager (Operational Integration), you will support the Director (Operational Integration) to lead and coordinate the successful transition of The Wave (Rail) project from delivery into operational readiness. You will ensure that all elements required for safe, reliable, and efficient operations - including people, processes, systems - are prepared and aligned for service commencement.

Working closely with technical, operational, and delivery teams, you will provide oversight and direction to ensure operational readiness and integration requirements are embedded throughout project delivery. You will support the development and implementation of readiness and integration activities, including training, processes, systems updates, and transition planning, to ensure the project is fully prepared for operational service.

You will model behaviours and attitudes aligned with TMR's values and contribute to a positive team culture, meeting of team and personal accountability expectations, and modelling the standards of professional behaviour.

So, why join us?
You will be working for:
• an organisation that connects Queensland through integrated transport systems
• a department that contributes to the well-being of the larger community
• an employer that values your talent, skills and knowledge and encourages you to excel in your chosen field.

Transport and Main Roads adopts a variety of approaches when developing its people by using:
• induction programs
• training and development opportunities
• management and leadership programs tailored to different levels of staff
• paid tertiary study (subject to approval).

We can offer you other benefits such as:
• work and life balance including flexible work arrangements
• generous superannuation
• salary sacrificing.

For more information on this exciting role and for details on how to apply, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  706331 26 Role Description (Word, 579KB)
  Role Description