Principal Digital Portfolio Coordinator

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Queensland Rail is seeking a Principal Digital Portfolio Coordinator to steer the Digital Portfolio from Brisbane, reporting to ICT Portfolio Manager. You’ll lead framework development for prioritisation and tracking, drive adoption of project management practices, coach PMs and Boards, and craft reporting to inform executive investment decisions. The ideal candidate will have proven ICT portfolio and project assurance experience, thrive in changing workloads, and be proficient with Microsoft 365, Visio, Teams, SAP and ServiceNow, plus strong financial management skills including cost modelling and budgeting. Apply online by 1 March 2026; internal applicants use People Connect. Tailor your resume to show governance, coaching impact, and outcomes, and review the PD.

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

At Queensland Rail, connection is at the heart of everything we do. It’s the relationships we build with each other and the communities we serve right across our vast state. For more than 150 years, we’ve helped link people and places—and now, we’d love for you to join us in shaping an even brighter, more sustainable future.

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager ICT Portfolio, the Principal Digital Portfolio Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the delivery of Queensland Rail’s Digital Portfolio. You’ll be involved with all aspects of project and program management support, prioritisation, investment governance, assurance, reporting, capacity and dependency management, and project controls.

What you will be doing

• Lead the development of frameworks, enabling the identification, prioritisation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Digital Portfolio—including tracking individual projects and dependencies.
• Facilitate the adoption of Enterprise and Digital project management methodologies, standards, tools, and practices across the portfolio, guiding projects through initiation and governance approvals.
• Provide coaching, mentorship and specialist support to Program and Project Managers, project teams, and Project Board members to ensure successful delivery of the Digital Portfolio.
• Lead the development of strategic and operational reporting, insights, and communication for executive technology investment and assurance forums—supporting clear, confident investment decision-making.

What you will bring

• Demonstrated experience delivering ICT Portfolio and project assurance outcomes, including the development and application of standards, practices, and processes.
• Strong ability to understand, manage, and prioritise a complex and rapidly changing workload.
• Previous experience with productivity and reporting toolsets (e.g., Microsoft 365, Visio, Teams, SAP, ServiceNow).
• Robust experience in project and portfolio financial management—including cost modelling, forecasting, budget tracking, variance analysis, and whole‑of‑life investment planning.
• Experience supporting funding submissions, capital planning cycles, and financial reporting to executive or steering forums.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused approach with excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes.
• A genuine willingness to coach, mentor, and support junior team members.

Benefits that Count

The achievements of Queensland Rail rely on the dedication and talent of our people. In return, we’re proud to offer a range of benefits to help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Base salary of $151,359 + 12.75% superannuation
• Flexible hybrid working options
• Free travel to work and discounted rail travel
• Access to QRI Lifestyle—over 2,000 member discounts and services
• A strong focus on your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing, including a range of free support services
• Access to over 380 gyms and pools through our Fitness Passport
• Up to 100% reimbursement for eligible professional membership fees
• Clear pathways for growth, leadership, and development across exciting, innovative projects

Sounds great! What’s next?

You can view the full Position Description here and submit your application online. We’d love to hear from you.

Please apply to Principal Digital Portfolio Coordinator (10981) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 1st March 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 [email protected]. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.