Lead and deliver high‑level business, financial and workforce management services as an AO7 Business Manager in the Planning and Heritage Branch, Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs. In this role you will provide leadership in business planning, budget and finance management, corporate reporting and workforce management, that supports decision‑making.

You will oversee executive support services, lead month‑end and reporting processes and build capability across the branch to support best‑practice program and project management. This is an opportunity to work closely with senior leaders in a values‑driven environment, contributing to effective delivery of Queensland’s coastal, environmental and bioregional planning and heritage responsibilities.

Job details

The Planning and Heritage Branch sits within the Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs division of the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI). The branch delivers Queensland's coastal, environmental and bioregional planning functions, and heritage development assessment and register functions, including support to the Queensland Heritage Council.

Your contribution:
As the AO7 Business Manager, you'll be a trusted adviser to the Planning and Heritage Branch leadership team, playing a central role in how the branch plans, prioritises, and delivers its work. You'll have real influence over budget, workforce and governance decisions, helping leaders navigate complexity with clear, practical advice.

You'll lead the branch's financial and business management functions including coordinating annual budgets, overseeing month end processes, and preparing high quality financial and performance reports that support confident, evidence-based decision making. Rather than just managing processes, you'll help shape smarter ways of working, strengthening governance and improving efficiency across the branch.

The role also gives you the opportunity to build capability and confidence across the team, overseeing executive support services and supporting best practice program and project management. You'll work closely with senior leaders, colleagues across the department and key partners, building strong relationships based on trust and collaboration.

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, values purpose driven work and wants to apply their business and financial expertise in a way that genuinely supports Queensland's coastal, environmental and bioregional planning and heritage outcomes.

What's in it for you?
• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Meaningful work supporting Queensland's coastal, environmental and bioregional planning and heritage outcomes.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

How to apply?
We are open to assessing your suitability in a way that works for you. To apply, please provide a succinct resume and a short statement outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role, including how you support equity, diversity, respect and inclusion. Please refer to the attached Role Description for further information.

Applications to remain current 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.

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Documents

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• 683470 26 Role Description v1 (Word, 607KB)