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Principal Trade and Investment Officer
445 Flinders St, Townsville
Are you a trade and export specialist ready to make a real difference for Queensland businesses?
Join Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) as a Principal Trade & Investment Officer (TradeStart) in Townsville.
In this role you will provide expert export advisory services to a portfolio of Queensland companies, connecting them to global markets through TIQ's and Austrade's extensive international networks.
This is a fixed-term temporary position for 12 months with possibility of extension.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Management |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TIQ690426 |
| Closing date | 15-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 months |
| Contact person | Richard Thayne |
| Contact details | 0419 864 871 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Organisation
Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) is the Queensland Government's dedicated global business agency. We shape, promote and strengthen Queensland by facilitating exciting import, export and investment projects. TIQ has one of Australia's largest international networks, with offices in over 12 overseas markets.
Benefits
Flexible full-time of 36.25 hours per week | 12.75% superannuation | 4 weeks annual leave + leave loading | Salary packaging available | Work with a global network across 12+ international markets | Purposeful career in trade and investment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Trade Services North, you will develop and maintain effective networks, consult and liaise with key stakeholders to deliver export advisory services, and assist export-ready businesses to enter and grow internationally. You will also implement Queensland and Australian Government trade programs, facilitate delegation visits, and contribute to Austrade and TIQ annual planning. This is a fixed-term temporary position for 12 months with possibility of extension, based in Townsville.
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate will have: extensive experience in a trade-related role with the ability to identify export and investment opportunities; demonstrated ability to manage client portfolios and deliver one-on-one export advice; strong analytical skills and business acumen; excellent communication and negotiation skills; and a high level of resilience. Qualifications or experience in marketing, international business or economics will be favourably regarded. Must be an Australian citizen and hold a current Australian driver's licence.
How to Apply
Submit your application via www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au. Include a current resume with two referees and a cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining why you are interested in this role and how you meet the key capabilities.
Mandatory Requirements/Special Conditions
- Must be an Australian citizen to be eligible for this role.
- Clearance on Federal and State Employment Checks.
- Holding a current Australian driver's license is an ongoing requirement of this role.
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Further information
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