Principal Operations Coordinator, Primary Industries

Queensland Government; Brisbane; Presencial; AUD 140 000 - 180 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Queensland Government seeks a Principal Operations Coordinator to lead a significant operational workforce within the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. You will balance people leadership, safety, and performance across a large region, coordinating with government, industry and community stakeholders to deliver field operations.

Located in Virginia depot, Brisbane, this role drives strategic decisions and operational improvements to protect Queensland’s communities and environment in one of

Qualificações

• For candidates with proven leadership across large teams and complex operational settings.
• Experience in biosecurity, public service or government programs is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into practical operations and outcomes.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop Team Leaders and large operational workforces.
• Oversee complex field operations and resource allocation across a large region.
• Drive safety, performance and continuous improvement outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with staff, stakeholders and communities.
• Influence strategic program outcomes and operational decision making.

Conhecimentos

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Operations management

Safety leadership

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Ferramentas

MS Office

Project management tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The National Fire Ant Eradication Program (NFAEP) is Australia's largest eradication initiative and one of the most complex biosecurity programs in the country. With thousands of properties treated each year and a workforce operating across multiple regions, the program delivers a coordinated response to one of the world's most destructive invasive species.

Based in Virginia, Brisbane, you'll lead large operational teams delivering one of Australia's largest biosecurity programs. This is a unique opportunity to drive performance, lead leaders and contribute to a nationally significant eradication program that helps protect Queensland's communities, environment and economy.

The Opportunity

Located in our Virginia depot, this opportunity offers the perfect balance of metropolitan convenience and operational impact. You will lead a diverse workforce responsible for delivering critical field operations while working closely with government, industry and community stakeholders.

As a Principal Operations Coordinator, you will lead a significant operational workforce and contribute to strategic decision making that supports the program's long-term success. You will work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, balancing people leadership, operational performance and stakeholder relationships to achieve program outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Lead teams delivering Australia's largest fire ant eradication program.
• Drive safe, effective and efficient field operations.
• Manage people, resources and operational performance across a large region.
• Build strong relationships with staff, stakeholders and local communities.
• Influence operational improvements and contribute to strategic program outcomes.

What we're looking for

We're seeking a proven leader who can inspire others, navigate complexity and deliver results through people. What matters most is your ability to lead large teams, manage competing priorities and drive performance.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• We're seeking an experienced operational leader who can:
• Lead and develop Team Leaders and large operational workforces.
• Manage complex operations, resources and competing priorities.
• Drive safety, performance and continuous improvement outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and diverse teams.
• Make sound decisions and deliver results in fast-paced environments.
• Translate strategy into practical operational outcomes.

To be eligible, you must hold a current Australian C class driver licence.

Join a program where your leadership will contribute to protecting Queensland today while helping secure a safer future for generations to come. Join us and help protect Queensland from one of the world's most invasive pests.

Principal Operations Coordinator, Primary Industries Brisbane - North, Australia