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Executive Officer
QBuild; Public Works; Housing & Public Works; Cannon Hill
Make a meaningful impact and work with QLD Government’s builder, QBuild! Benefit from working in a commercialised business unit within the public sector and enjoy access to a range of government exclusive benefits, as well as exciting career opportunities across the state. Don't miss this chance to build your career —apply now!
QBuild is expanding! Join us for an exciting career opportunity as an Executive Officer, leading and mentoring a team providing high level administrative support to the QBuild Executive Director, SEQ Operations.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Construction & Architecture |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - East |
| Job ad reference | QLD/644411/25 |
| Closing date | 07-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | 6 months |
| Contact person | Michael Hopgood |
| Contact details | Phone: 0447 125 845 Access the National Relay Service |
QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.
About the role
You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by providing high level advice and strategic support to the Executive Director, South East Queensland Operations, leading and managing three direct reports and mentoring and coaching this Executive Support Team to achieve key strategic goals.
Duties and skills involved:
- Developing and processing briefing notes, executive correspondence and ministerial requests in line with the department's approval protocols and timeframe targets.
- Consulting, negotiating and developing effective relationships across QBuild and the Department to support QBuild in addressing issues and achieving its business outcomes.
- Coordinating the reporting of sensitive and confidential information to and from the Office of the Executive Director.
- Providing analysis and independent advice to the Executive Director and Senior Management on policies and issues which impact on organisational and operational responsibilities across all areas of QBuild.
- Undertaking special projects to research, analyse and report on organisational and business performance issues as required.
- Provide secretariat support to committees, ensuring timely distribution of agendas, minutes, presentations and follow up of actions.
- Establishing and maintaining productive working relationships within the division, across the department and across Queensland Government.
How do I apply?
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:
- Resume
- Cover letter telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.
If you have any questions about the position or your application, please contact Michael Hopgood, Executive Director, 0447 125 845 or michael.hopgood@epw.qld.gov.au
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/644411/25
Closing Date: Monday, 7 July 2025
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
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