Varsity College is seeking experienced, highly organised and strategic Business Managers to join our leadership team and contribute to the continued success and growth of the College.

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 permanent Business Managers (AO5), one on each Campus (Primary and Secondary), with the focus on Human Resources and Facilities.

Job details

About our College:

Varsity College is a Prep to Year 12 school (split campus; Primary and Secondary) which prides itself on a strong history of academic, sporting, cultural and community excellence. Our college has high expectations in terms of achievement, behaviour and appearance and all members of the College community understand and support our high expectations culture. Each and every student is special, and we celebrate their unique gifts and talents.

About the role:

As the Business Manager, locally known as Primary Campus Manager or Secondary Campus Manager, your role will be responsible for managing the Human Resources and Facilities of each campus.

You will be able to interpret and analyse human resources and facilities plans and work alongside the College Business Manager to deliver a range of corporate services.

You will manage the timely delivery of organisational executive and administrative support; frequently identify opportunities to adapt processes; supervise the support staff workforce; encourage an environment in which quality services are delivered by demonstrating best practice, inspiring change and influencing key stakeholders.

The Business Manager (Primary Campus Manager or Secondary Campus Manager) reports to the College Business Manager.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead and manage human resources for school support staff, (through the identification of emerging talent, promotion of excellent performance outcomes and mentoring individuals to achieve their professional potential)
• Oversee a breadth of activities (e.g. recruitment, induction, training, vacancy processing, rehabilitation processes)
• Work with the College Business Manager in leading change within the school support staff
• Ensuring human resource practices conform to current standards and awards/conditions, and individuals thrive in a transforming work environment.
• Provide facilities management advice and project management (e.g. evaluate new work and renovation projects in collaboration with the College Business Manager)
• Negotiate with external contractors
• Make recommendations and decisions in collaboration with the College Business Manager
• Manage and review the minor works, grounds maintenance, and grounds improvement budgets
• Consider alternative pathways for more effective and sustainable resource utilisation

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities

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 written statement in response to 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.

• SER688516_26P - Role description (PDF, 331KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants