Job search
Business Manager - Clontarf Beach State High School
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our school as Business Manager!
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Moreton Bay - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MNR705270/26T |
| Closing date | 08-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Isaac SMITH |
| Contact details | 07 3480 4777 Access the National Relay Service |
About the School:
Situated in the heart of the Redcliffe Peninsula, our school is recognised for fostering innovative, capable and community-minded young people. Through a strong focus on academic achievement, personal growth and global citizenship, we empower our students to navigate life's challenges with passion, purpose and pride.
About the Role:
As the Business Manager at Clontarf Beach State High School, you will provide strategic advice and lead the effective delivery of corporate services that support the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the school.
Working closely with the Principal and school leadership team, you will:
- Lead and support a diverse, multidisciplinary team of school support staff, building capability and fostering a positive, high-performing service culture.
- Manage and continuously improve corporate and business services in line with departmental policy and the school's workforce priorities.
- Contribute to school management decision-making, providing strategic advice to support effective and sustainable school operations.
- Identify opportunities to improve existing processes and implement practical, innovative approaches that strengthen service delivery and operational efficiency.
The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the effective operation of the school while supporting staff to deliver high-quality services for the broader school community.
Responsibilities Include:
- Lead the school's financial management, including budget development, monitoring, reporting and providing strategic financial advice.
- Lead and develop school support staff, overseeing workforce planning, recruitment, induction, capability development and human resource processes.
- Provide strategic oversight of facilities, assets and resources, including maintenance, minor works, contractors and improvement projects.
- Develop and improve administrative systems, processes and practices to support efficient and effective school operations.
- Manage competing priorities and provide practical solutions to complex operational and business challenges.
- Build strong relationships with staff, students, families, departmental personnel, contractors and community stakeholders.
- Foster a positive, collaborative and service-focused team culture, supporting staff development and continuous improvement.
- Provide advice, influence decision-making and identify opportunities to implement innovative and contemporary business practices.
About You:
This role would suit an experienced and proactive leader who can balance strategic thinking with operational delivery and enjoys working collaboratively to improve systems, develop people and support positive outcomes across a complex school environment.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
- Attach a 2-page response to competencies section of the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
-
MNR705270_26T - Role Description (PDF, 325KB)
Role Description
Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
Information Package for Applicants
