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. In March 2025, the Queensland Government committed to Stage 2, extending the rail line from Caloundra to Birtinya.

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

The role of Principal Advisor (Finance) is to provide specialist financial management, reporting, governance and compliance support for The Wave (Rail) project, ensuring effective financial controls and informed decision making are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. The position reports to the Manager (Project Controls) and supports the delivery of project finance functions across The Wave.

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)
  
  
  703224 26 Role Description (Word, 579KB)