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Business Manager - Harris Fields State School
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Harris Fields State School is seeking an organised, proactive and collaborative Business Manager to join our leadership team.
This key role supports the effective operation of our school through managing human, financial and physical resources, while maintaining positive relationships with staff, families and the wider community.
You would be joining our supportive and diverse school community.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Logan - Beaudesert |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SER701062/26T |
| Closing date | 30-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 10 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Lisa Catterson |
| Contact details | 07 3387 1222 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Harris Fields State School is a diverse and inclusive Prep-Year 6 school located in Woodridge, Logan. With around 490 students in 2026, the school focuses on providing strong learning opportunities for every student through its vision “To give, to question, to excel.” The school values being safe, respectful and lifelong learners, with a strong emphasis on student development, community and individual achievement.
Your opportunity:
- Independently deliver a broad range of business and administrative services to the school, adapting processes and interpreting information to manage complex and changing requirements.
- Provide high-level administrative support, including preparing reports and correspondence, researching issues, obtaining specialist advice and recommending appropriate solutions.
- Coordinate and supervise school support staff, including monitoring workloads and performance, workforce capability, timesheets, leave, rosters and relief, as well as coordinating recruitment, induction and training.
- Assist the Principal with financial and budget management, including monitoring expenditure, payroll and purchasing, preparing financial reports, seeking financial advice and recommending appropriate actions in line with legislation and policy.
- Oversee facilities, grounds, resources and equipment, including maintenance and repairs, contractor arrangements and associated expenditure, while building effective networks and demonstrating strong interpersonal skills when managing sensitive situations.
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 1-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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
SER701062_26T Role Description (PDF, 316KB)
Role Description
