Research Facility Manager

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Research Facility Manager to oversee NFC, Redden Street and Monkman facilities to support research activities. You will implement risk and safety programs, manage asset maintenance, and provide financial reporting across sites.

Lead a diverse team, develop business plans, and ensure governance standards are met while delivering high-quality services to researchers and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing major research facilities and sites.
• Ability to implement risk, safety and environmental programs.
• Strong governance and compliance capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NFC, Redden Street and Monkman facilities to maintain safe environments.
• Develop and execute business plans to support research activities.
• Lead risk management and compliance programs, including WH&S and fire safety.
• Manage assets, maintenance, and financial reporting for sites.
• Foster a capable, diverse team and provide career development.

Skills

Facilities management

Risk management

WH&S

Budgeting

Staff development

Governance

Safety compliance

Education

Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety

Tools

Chemwatch

Job description

The Opportunity:About the role:As our Research Facility Manager, you will:- Manage Redden Street, Northern Fisheries Research Centre (NFC) and Monkman Research Facility on Green Island to ensure delivery of an effective and safe work environments, including oversight of after-hours and weekend security and duties;- Develop and implement business plans to ensure provision of facilities to support research development and extension undertaken at or from NFC, Redden Street or other sites;- Develop and implement a risk management program to comply with statutory and corporate compliance obligations including WH&S, environmental, pest and waste management, Animal Welfare, Fire Safety, etc.- Manage the operations, service, repair and maintenance of asset resources including heavy plant, vehicles, machinery and equipment, water infrastructure and other built infrastructure;- Develop and implement programs, packages and systems such as quality assurance, usage, individual and activity recording, Chemwatch and financial reporting and other electronic packages.- Develop and manage financial and other resources in compliance with public finance standards; including development of annual budgets, operational plans and regular progress reports.- Manage the facilities to ensure the integrity of research, development and extension projects and activities are respected and deliver positive outcomes for industry;- Comply with and model values in DPI's Code of Conduct and other governance requirements.- Lead and manage to develop a harmonious work team where work excellence, diligence, cooperation and inclusiveness are standard behaviour.- Continually develop and take responsibility for professional competencies of self and staff through performance capability planning and dedicated career development training programs.- Foster an environment that values integrity, performance, superior client service, stakeholder relationship management, continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of high-quality services.You may also have:- Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety.What we are looking for:We are seeking the best suited candidate for the role. We will achieve this by:- Assessing your eligibility and suitability to fulfill the role requirements (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles).- Evaluating your potential contributions to the department and how your involvement would uphold our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.Why work for us?Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.- Work with passion and purpose.- Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow.- Enjoy interesting, diverse work.- Follow your path wherever it leads.- Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive.- Be part of our united DPI.Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.Applications to remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.