About the Department of Education: Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us. About the Role: As a Manager within our Infrastructure Services Division, you'll step into a leadership role, reporting directly to the Director, Infrastructure Planning Unit. In this position, you will lead a small team to engage with a wide array of diverse stakeholders, provide strategic advice, navigate opportunities and complexities, support continuous improvement, and pursue best practice initiatives. This is more than just a management role, it's an opportunity to shape the future of education in our state. Responsibilities include, but not limited to; Undertake the implementation of the PDP and SDPP (SDPP) project functions moving from Infrastructure Delivery to the Infrastructure Planning Unit. Review current processes, tools and templates and; Develop transition plan to move these functions into the IPU Identify areas for process improvements considering both the existing IPU and delivery process Identify areas of knowledge gaps within the IPU and determine appropriate upskilling requirements Identify legislative and compliance gaps and solutions Develop BAU processes with regards to the ongoing review and management of the PDP/SDPP suite of documents, Consider the project lifecycle, roles and responsibilities and develop a revised matrix of responsibilities to reflect IPU as the activity owner. Assess the current project handover process About You: To be successful in the role you will possess the following: You will have the leadership capability and relevant experience to communicate strategically and with influence, manage the collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts to translate strategy into practical and measurable actions, communicating the strategic vision, driving change within the division, facilitating a culture of change management within capital infrastructure planning, design and innovation. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to apply: Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor) A maximum 2-page response outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role. You can use the 'your role' section as a guide. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
