Resource Manager

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Leadership development opportunities

Competitive salary package

Job summary

RoadTek is seeking an experienced Resource Manager in Rockhampton to lead workforce and plant resource planning and delivery for civil infrastructure programs. You will coordinate leadership with operational teams, optimise resource utilisation and influence recruitment, development and succession planning across multiple projects.

The role focuses on building capability, delivering safety-focused outcomes, and aligning resources to changing project demands while upholding RoadTek systems and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in workforce/resource management.
• Experience driving workforce planning and development strategies.
• Ability to coach, mentor and lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, allocation and optimisation of workforce and plant resources across programs and projects.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment and talent development initiatives.
• Coach and support employees to achieve high performance.
• Drive performance management and workforce capability outcomes.
• Manage injury management and return-to-work processes.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and labour suppliers.
• Support strategic planning and continuous improvement.
• Ensure consistency in RoadTek systems and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Workforce planning

Stakeholder management

Change management

Safety & wellbeing

Education

HR management qualifications

Certificate IV in Project Management

Job description

Ready to lead workforce planning and resource management for some of Queensland's most important transport infrastructure projects? RoadTek is seeking an experienced Resource Manager to join our team in Rockhampton.

In this pivotal leadership role, you'll oversee workforce and plant resource allocation, drive workforce planning initiatives, support recruitment and development strategies, and build a high-performing team that delivers civil construction, maintenance and rehabilitation projects across the region. You'll work closely with operational leaders to optimise resource utilisation, improve productivity, and ensure workforce capability meets current and future business needs.

If you're a people-focused leader with experience in workforce, resource or operational management and enjoy working in a dynamic infrastructure environment, we'd love to hear from you.

As Resource Manager, you'll oversee the planning, allocation and optimisation of workforce and plant resources across multiple programs and projects. Working closely with operational leaders, you'll balance changing business demands, enhance workforce capability, and ensure resources are available where and when they're needed most.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Managing workforce and plant resources to support infrastructure project delivery.
• Leading workforce planning, recruitment and talent development initiatives.
• Coaching, mentoring and supporting employees to achieve high performance.
• Driving effective performance management and workforce capability outcomes.
• Managing injury management and return-to-work processes.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and labour suppliers.
• Supporting strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring consistent application of RoadTek systems, processes and governance requirements.

About You

You'll bring strong leadership, workforce planning or operational management experience, along with the ability to build positive relationships and influence outcomes across a diverse workforce.

You’ll Be Someone Who

• Communicates effectively and builds collaborative partnerships.
• Leads teams through change with confidence and positivity.
• Develops capability and empowers others to succeed.
• Values safety, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrates sound judgement, governance and risk management practices.
• Thrives in a fast-paced operational environment.

Why Join RoadTek?

RoadTek is the Queensland Government's commercial road construction and maintenance business, delivering transport infrastructure solutions across the state. Our people work on projects that keep Queensland communities connected and moving.

When You Join RoadTek, You’ll Benefit From

• Meaningful work delivering infrastructure that makes a difference.
• Diverse and challenging projects across Queensland.
• A strong safety culture and supportive team environment.
• Leadership development and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible work options and work-life balance initiatives.
• Competitive salary package, superannuation and leave loading.
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion and employee wellbeing.

Why Rockhampton?

Known as the gateway to Central Queensland, Rockhampton offers an exceptional lifestyle with affordable living, short commute times and easy access to stunning coastal destinations, national parks and outdoor recreation opportunities. Enjoy the perfect balance between career progression and lifestyle while living in one of Queensland's most vibrant regional centres.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence (or equivalent).
• Ability to undertake reasonable travel as required.
• Criminal history screening will be undertaken prior to appointment.

Human Resource Management qualifications and/or a Certificate IV in Project Management will be highly regarded.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/706577/26

Closing Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026

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