Are you ready to lead meaningful infrastructure outcomes while enjoying an enviable Central Queensland lifestyle?
Transport and Main Roads is seeking an experienced AO6 Senior Advisor (Project Support and Procurement) to play a pivotal role in delivering the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP) across Fitzroy District.
This is an opportunity to combine strategic procurement, project financial leadership and people leadership in a role that genuinely influences how major infrastructure projects are delivered. Based in Rockhampton, you’ll work with a passionate, high-performing team and enjoy flexibility, professional growth and the chance to make a visible impact in your community.

Job details

Benefits
• Annual health & wellbeing reimbursement of $109.40
• 4 weeks annual leave + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Locality allowance
• Corporate discounts from a range of leading private health companies
• Further learning and development support available through the Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS)
• Relocation assistance

About the role
Join Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in a senior leadership role where your expertise will directly shape the delivery of critical transport infrastructure across Central Queensland.

As the Senior Advisor (Project Support and Procurement), you will lead procurement governance, project financial management and system administration that underpins the successful delivery of the Fitzroy District's Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP). You will provide high‑level advice to senior leaders, ensure compliance with government procurement and financial frameworks, and drive continuous improvement across systems and processes.

A key feature of this role is the opportunity to lead and develop a large, multifunctional team, building capability, mentoring future leaders and fostering a positive, professional and high‑performing workplace culture.

What you will be doing,
You will:

• Lead and oversee procurement governance to ensure compliant, value for money outcomes aligned with TMR policies and legislative requirements.
• Provide strategic leadership and coaching to a diverse project support team, strengthening capability and performance.
• Lead project financial management activities that enhance assurance, compliance and delivery outcomes.
• Oversee system administration and provide expert advice and training in 3PCM and financial systems supporting QTRIP projects.
• Analyse complex financial and project data to inform decision‑making and improve consistency across the district.
• Champion continuous improvement, identifying smarter ways of working that deliver real business benefits.

Why join TMR?
At TMR, we are committed to connected communities in a sustainable, thriving and inclusive Queensland. We foster a respectful, supportive and flexible workplace and are proud to support career development, learning opportunities and work‑life balance.

Based in Rockhampton, you'll enjoy everything Central Queensland has to offer — from coastal living near the Great Barrier Reef to vibrant regional communities, affordable housing and an outstanding lifestyle.

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/685943/26

Closing Date: Wednesday, 6 May 2026

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 Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  685943 26 Role Description (Word, 577KB)