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Executive Director, Operational Support
Directorate; Operational Support; Environmental Services and Regulation; Brisbane
Lead the modernisation of statewide services and drive policy and partnerships to enhance performance and environmental protection
• Enable frontline impact and advance regulatory approaches and capability across Queensland
• Lead statewide regulatory support, customer services and policy delivery
• Champion engagement across government, industry and community sectors
As Executive Director, Operational Support you will play a pivotal role in leading high-performing environmental regulation services across Queensland.
This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact while shaping capabilities for the future.
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Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Executive |
| Classification | SES2(H) |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East,Brisbane - West |
| Job ad reference | QLD/664678/25 |
| Closing date | 22-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | up to 5 years with possible extension |
| Contact person | Bruno Costa |
| Contact details | Ph: 0493 249 283 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Role
As Executive Director, Operational Support you will lead a multidisciplinary portfolio and team of around 95 FTE's to provide operational and regulatory oversight for the Environmental Services and Regulation division.
You will:
• Shape and deliver the operational systems, services and capabilities that underpin DETSI's environmental regulation objectives.
• Drive improvement, champion innovative regulatory practices, and ensure the branch operates with agility, integrity and purpose.
• Lead partnerships across the department, government and community to improve environmental outcomes and contribute to cross-sector engagement across other state agencies and the commonwealth.
This role offers a Total Fixed Remuneration package $248,829 - $268,888 (SES2H) per year.
About You
You are a dynamic and inspirational executive who brings strategic vision, operational acumen, and a deep understanding of environmental management and regulatory frameworks.
You lead with purpose and influence, building high-performing teams and genuine stakeholder partnerships that deliver meaningful impact.
You don't need to be an expert in every detail, but you know how to ask the right questions, connect the dots, and support your team to deliver by being practical about how systems work and where they can work better.
You will have:
• A strong track record as an inspirational leader in dynamic, complex organisations, who can engage staff and build a diverse, accountable, and innovative workforce.
• Demonstrated success leading service reform, policy initiatives and innovative programs that deliver lasting change.
• Sophisticated stakeholder engagement skills and political acumen with the ability to influence across government, industry and community.
• A well-refined understanding of contemporary environmental and regulatory trends, drivers and approaches.
If you are a collaborative, operationally astute leader who brings clarity, curiosity and a strong sense of purpose to complex service environments, we'd love to hear from you!
Next Steps
We have partnered with Luminary in the search and selection of talent for this process, please visit the candidate page for further information and to apply: http://www.luminarypartners.com.au/detsi-esr
Confidential inquiries to Bruno Costa, Associate, Luminary, on 0493 249 283 or via email bruno.costa@luminarypartners.com.au or Russell Fairbanks, Managing Director, Luminary, on 0457 667 765 or via email russell.fairbanks@luminarypartners.com.au.
We offer priority consideration to those who live with disability or identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, provided you meet the minimum requirements for the role you will be invited to participate in the next selection activity.
Applications will remain current for a period of 12 months.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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