Are you a strategic thinker with expertise in town planning, infrastructure and project implementation? Are you passionate about the built environment and helping Queenslanders access world-class, industry-relevant skills to support our growing economy? The role is central to the Infrastructure Investment Branch in providing strategic and investment direction supported by strong data research and analysis to help deliver future TAFE training facilities across Queensland.

Job details

The Principal Policy Officer (AO7) supports the work of the Infrastructure Investment Branch in planning for and investing into the renewal and revitalisation of existing TAFE assets, building new TAFE facilities and undertake strategic analysis of regional needs.

About the role

As the Principal Policy Officer, you will:

• Support the Director, Infrastructure Investment in strategic planning (including town planning), reporting and high-level research, underpinned by strong data analysis to help deliver ongoing government priorities and investments into building, renewing and revitalising TAFE infrastructure.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of major capital projects within the TAFE infrastructure portfolio by providing high-level policy analysis, regional planning advice, stakeholder engagement and integrated project management services, aligned with government investment priorities and organisational objectives.
• Evaluate qualitative and quantitative data to provide strategic reporting and market analysis to guide infrastructure investment decisions for a TAFE asset portfolio valued at approximately $2.7 billion.
• Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of strategic policy documents, including Cabinet submissions, Cabinet Budget Review Committee papers, reports, briefs and correspondence to inform Ministers and senior executives on key issues impacting decision-making.

What we are looking for

The position requires an applicant who can:

• Think strategically by planning ahead, aligning long-term goals with current priorities, and understanding the broader environment and its key drivers to identify issues likely to impact on the achievement of organisational goals.

• Demonstrate well-developed consultation and negotiation skills with experience building and maintaining collaborative, productive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Apply high-level communication skills to effectively produce high-quality, complex reports, discussion papers and submissions for different audiences, while delivering clear verbal briefings to senior leaders and engaging presentations to stakeholders.

Refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities and what we are looking for.

How to apply

To apply, please submit the below via the SmartJobs application page:

• Your current resume
• Provide a short statement (maximum 1 page) telling us why you are interested in this role, outlining what your motivation is to join us.

Please ensure you refer to the Role Description 'Interested in applying' section for more information on what to include as part of your application.

We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.

Applications to remain curren 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 Information Package DTET 2025 (PDF, 783KB)
  
  
  654078 25 - Role Description (Word, 228KB)