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Manager, Technical Support
Technical and Assessment Services; Operational Support; Environmental Services and Regulation; Brisbane City
Ready to lead a team tackling some of Queensland's most complex environmental challenges?
Manager, Technical Support, you'll lead a team of technical specialists delivering expert compliance and assessment advice, oversee the contaminated land auditor framework and provide technical leadership on PFAS and other emerging contaminants.
This is an opportunity to combine people leadership, strategic influence and technical expertise while contributing to environmental outcomes across Queensland.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Management |
| Classification | AO8 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/697715/26 |
| Closing date | 01-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Chris Loveday |
| Contact details | Phone: 0407671084 Access the National Relay Service |
Lead a team of technical specialists delivering expert advice on some of Queensland's most complex environmental issues.
Within the Environmental Services and Regulation (ESR) Division of the Department of DETSI, the Manager, Technical Support leads a high-performing team providing compliance and assessment advice to support environmental decision-making across Queensland. The role also oversees the contaminated land auditor framework and compliance program and provides technical leadership on PFAS and other emerging contaminants.
We're looking for someone who can:
• Lead and develop a high-performing technical team.
• Build strong relationships and communicate with influence.
• Apply legislation, policy and technical expertise to complex issues.
• Guide decision-making on high-risk or sensitive environmental matters.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
• Foster a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
Why join us?
• Lead work that contributes to protecting Queensland's environment.
• Influence decisions on complex and emerging environmental issues.
• Work with highly skilled technical specialists and stakeholders.
• Represent DETSI on matters of state significance.
• Combine leadership, technical expertise and strategic influence in a rewarding role.
• If you're a motivated leader who enjoys solving complex problems and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/697715/26
Closing Date: Tuesday, 1 September 2026
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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