We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Business Manager to provide leadership and oversight of human resources, finance, facilities management and WH&S at Bundaberg State High School.

Commencing in Semester 2, 2026, you will work closely with the Business Manager (Strategy & Operations) and the Principal to deliver expert advice, drive process improvements, and ensure the school's operations are efficient, compliant, and strategically aligned.

This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and can effectively manage competing priorities with confidence.

Job details

Why Join Us:

Bundaberg State High School offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, where staff are valued and encouraged to thrive.

With a strong sense of community and a commitment to excellence, the school provides opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the broader community.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Demonstrate considerable autonomy, ensuring business service outcomes are achieved; leading diverse teams; and playing a proactive role in modelling service delivery and expectations within a dynamic school environment.
• Provide support and leadership in the provision of a range of executive and administrative support services (e.g. manage multiple tasks and diverse/multidisciplinary work groups with conflicting priorities and timeframes; interpret departmental policies and oversee training and professional development for school support staff), and recommend and implement changes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of those processes and work practices.
• 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); undertake workforce planning; and oversee a breadth of activities (e.g. recruitment, induction, training, vacancy processing, skill gap analysis, performance management, rehabilitation processes). Work with the Principal 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.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

The following traits would be beneficial:

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor staff.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, and compliance with relevant policies and legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage facilities and oversee project planning and execution.
• Self motivated, forward thinking and ability to adapt to changing environments 
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with stakeholders and influence positive change.

Submit Your Application:

• 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR694859_26T Role Description (PDF, 315KB)
  Role Description