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Far North Queensland; Service Delivery; Delivery and Partnerships; Cairns
Are you a passionate and results-driven leader with expertise in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and program delivery?
Do you want to make a real difference in shaping Queensland’s workforce and supporting regional communities?
Join the Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET) as the Manager, in Far North Queensland. Lead a dedicated team, foster strong partnerships and deliver high-quality training and skilling initiatives to support local industries and communities.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Management |
| Classification | AO8 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/681139/26 |
| Closing date | 31-Mar-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Grant Stidiford |
| Contact details | Phone: 0472 814 759 Access the National Relay Service |
Join the Delivery and Partnerships (DAP) division to drive impactful workforce and skilling initiatives across Far North Queensland. Through strong partnerships with industry, community and government and a focus on localised service delivery, DAP delivers innovative employment and training solutions, supports a quality VET sector, and leads evidence-based strategies that empower regional communities and priority industries to thrive.
About the role
As the Manager, you will:
• Lead and manage the delivery of DTET regional programs, services and regional team members, ensuring high standards of service delivery and client satisfaction, while driving improvements to address gaps and enhance existing activities.
• Provide expert advice, strategic analysis and support to the Regional Director to ensure the delivery of high-quality services and programs that support training and skilling initiatives in the region, while recommending solutions to address identified issues at both strategic and operational levels.
• Identify and analyse complex policy issues, oversee regional planning initiatives, integrate service delivery strategies, manage risks and monitor performance while demonstrating a commitment to the department's core values.
What we are looking for
The position requires an applicant who can:
• Ensure the objectives and key performance indicators of regional programs and initiatives are achieved including preparing and presenting comprehensive delivery targets.
• Develop and maintain administrative processes and systems to ensure the provision of accurate, reliable and appropriate data that meets the reporting requirements across a wide range of regional programs and services.
• Build relationships and partnerships with stakeholders, including industry, employers, training providers, and community organisations to identify emerging trends within industry sectors and the VET system.
• Represent the region in negotiations and discussions with internal and external stakeholders and produce quality, timely reports and briefing notes on program and service delivery issues.
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 covering letter (of one page/up to two pages) addressing the ‘What are we looking for' statements and telling us why you are interested in this role and 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 current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/681139/26
Closing Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026
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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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