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Manager (Delivery & Operations)
Central Queensland Region; Program Delivery & Operations; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Barcaldine
Looking for a change of pace while continuing to grow professionally and personally and easing cost of living pressures? Transport and Main Roads’ Central West District is seeking a motivated leader to join our team. As Manager (Delivery & Operations) you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering critical transport infrastructure, leading a diverse project portfolio and providing strategic program advice to ensure high quality, safe road outcomes for communities. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders, drive governance and performance and make a meaningful impact on
regional development.
Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of the outback, wide open spaces, spectacular sunsets, fresh air and a strong sense of community, while achieving the work/life balance many aspire to. Apply now to experience the unique charm and opportunity this incredible part of Queensland has to offer.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Engineering & Surveying |
| Classification | PO6 |
| Workplace Location | Central West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/689415/26 |
| Closing date | 02-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Alex Dixon |
| Contact details | Phone: (07) 4651 2711 Access the National Relay Service |
About us
With branches in Rockhampton, Mackay and Barcaldine and a site office in Emerald, the Transport and Main Roads Program Delivery and Operations (PDO) Central Queensland Region (CQ Region) looks after 9076km of state-controlled roads and about 1510km of the National Road Network. This role will contribute to the development and delivery of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP).
The CQ Region covers an area of about 604,824km2, approximately 34.9% of Queensland. The region has an estimated residential population of 422,141 people.
Benefits
• Rural and Remote Area Incentive Scheme (RRAIS)
• Annual Registered Professional Engineers Queensland (RPEQ) compensation payment of $8,200
• Annual reimbursement of professional fees
• 5 weeks annual leave + 14% annual leave loading
• Locality allowance of up to $185 per fortnight
• Relocation assistance
The Role
In the role of Manager (Delivery & Operations) and as a member of the District Leadership Team, you will support the Regional Director in achieving the region's strategic outcomes by sponsoring, coordinating and accepting final accountability for the delivery of the District's total program of infrastructure projects.
Accountabilities include:
• Provide authoritative, strategic and operational program management advice to the District Director and Program Managers on program delivery issues, as well as providing project management leadership to Project Managers across the portfolio of regional transport infrastructure projects during the development and implementation phases.
• Monitor and report on the progress of projects against program priorities to the District Director, Program Performance Advisor and Program Management Team.
• Develop and maintain ongoing constructive relationships with other government agencies and jurisdictions, industry, stakeholders, community and internal and external client networks and lead the public consultation and communication activities associated with the /district program to ensure that effective engagement is undertaken.
• Ensure the application of all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements necessary to support responsible decisions and quality of outcomes is maintained with respect to all phases of project delivery of road infrastructure projects on the works program.
• Investigate and resolve complex issues associated with projects and prepare submissions and reports relating to planning and technical issues to improve overall performance and ensure value-for-money and effective project delivery.
• Act as ‘Representative of the Principal' for the delivery of contracts as defined and delegated at the implementation phase
Mandatory & Desirable Qualifications
• A four-year, Washington Accord accredited, Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent which is assessed/accepted by Engineers Australia.
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is mandatory for appointment.
• Current Class C driver license.
• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/689415/26
Closing Date: Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Further information
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