We’re looking for a results-driven individual who is passionate, positive, and dedicated with extensive expertise. The Manager is a key member of the regional leadership team, supporting the Regional Director to achieve efficient and effective service delivery by driving accountability and performance across the region, with a collaboration and growth mindset. By fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, translating policy direction into operational activities and supporting your team’s growth and development, you will ensure the successful delivery of the Regional Programs.

Job details

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.
· 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.
· Manage high-level networks with external organisations, government departments, industry and employers, to stay informed of trends and foster strategic partnerships relevant to vocational education and training (VET) issues.
· Engage and promote the department's services with stakeholders, including industry, employers, training organisations and community organisations, to understand their training and employment needs and translate these into effective solutions and service system responses.

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 performance reports that support the region's operational plan and performance delivery targets.
• 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.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment by building capacity and supporting professional growth.
• Identify and develop innovative ideas and opportunities, collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement place-based solutions that address regional needs.
• Provide strategic advice, support and information to the Regional Director to ensure the effective delivery of regional services and programs, with a focus on training and skilling initiatives.

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

How to apply
To enable us to assess your suitability, your application should include:
1. Tell us about your skills:
• Your current resume detailing your previous work or voluntary experience, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your conduct and performance over the past 2 years, or an appropriate period.
• We will use your resume to assess how well you meet ‘What are we looking for' statements.
2. Tell us about you:
• Provide a covering letter (of one page/up to two pages) -
o addressing the ‘What are we looking for' statements. Whilst this is not a restatement of information contained in your resume, please expand on your specific skills and experience in relation to the ‘What are we looking for' statements.
o why you are interested in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us.
This is an opportunity to briefly tell us about yourself, what you will bring to the role and what you would like to get out of it.

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.             

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 2026 (PDF, 787KB)
  
  
  687803 26 Role Description (Word, 297KB)