Manager, Natural Resources And Mines, Manufacturing And Regional And Rural Development

Queensland Government; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive superannuation

Flexible working options

Generous leave provisions

Career development and training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Manager, Toowoomba Manufacturing Hub, to lead regional manufacturing initiatives and strengthen the sector across the Toowoomba region. You will drive delivery of services, work with industry, government and education partners, and help attract investment for sustainable growth.

You will build trusted relationships, provide strategic advice, and lead teams to deliver practical outcomes that enhance capability and innovation in regional manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Manufacturing Hub Delivery Model and key focus areas.
• Develop and implement work plans and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Facilitate place-based workshops and forums.
• Collaborate with industry partners, local businesses, local governments, economic development agencies and education institutions to identify opportunities and support sustainable manufacturing growth.
• Inform policy and program development, support investment attraction and regional project facilitation.

Job description

The Manager, Toowoomba Manufacturing Hub, leads regional manufacturing initiatives that support industry growth, investment attraction and capability development across the Toowoomba region. Reporting to the Director, Manufacturing South, you will drive delivery of Manufacturing Hub services and work collaboratively with industry, government and education partners to strengthen Queensland's manufacturing sector.

In this role, you will lead the delivery of the Manufacturing Hub Delivery Model and key focus areas, develop and implement work plans and stakeholder engagement strategies, facilitate place-based workshops and forums. You will work closely with industry partners, local businesses, local governments, economic development agencies and education institutions to identify opportunities, address challenges and support sustainable manufacturing growth. The role also provides an important link between industry and government by informing policy and program development, supporting investment attraction and facilitating regional projects that build on Queensland's competitive strengths.

Success in this role will come from your ability to build trusted relationships, provide strategic advice, lead high-performing teams and deliver practical outcomes that enhance the capability, innovation and growth of regional manufacturing industries.

Why work for us?

The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslander across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We offer:

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity

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Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Manager, Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development • Toowoomba, Australia