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Job Title


Senior Operations Manager


Company : Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning


Location : Maryborough, Australia


Created : 2025-06-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government''s builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.About the roleYou will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild''s ambition to strengthen Queensland''s building and construction industry by providing strategic oversight and expert management of critical projects.Duties and skills involved:Ensuring the effective operational delivery of client projects and programs by managing resource productivity, monitoring performance, and initiating remedial action as necessary.Maintaining strong client relationships and serving as the primary interface with clients.Preparing and managing maintenance, minor works, and construction program budgets aligned with the Queensland Government''s Capital Works Framework (CWF).Achieving operational objectives through strategic resource planning and effective management within the Building Construction and Maintenance Industry or similar sectors in the Public Sector.Interpreting financial data to evaluate regional status and implementing corrective actions to ensure commercial viability.Managing and implementing change and creating effective working relationships through leading and developing individuals and teams.Proactively manage the work performance and personal conduct of your staff.Preferred skills and experienceThorough knowledge of the building construction industry, including quality assurance, building project management, contract administration and the information systems used to support these.Experience in managing projects (building, construction, facilities maintenance etc.) including monitoring progress and priorities.Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise and negotiate confidently with identified stakeholders.All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:ResumeCover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchThe Department of Housing and Public Works delivers a range of housing, building and procurement services.We work to ensure that our most in need Queenslanders have access to housing and homelessness assistance. This assistance is provided through government-owned and managed social housing, and grant funding to registered providers. We also help thousands of low income earners to enter and remain in the private rental market.Another key focus for the department is to provide policy, advice and delivery of services to government agencies in the areas of construction, asset and facilities management, procurement and fleet management.The department consists of five major areas: Housing and Homelessness Services, Public Works and Asset Management, Building Industry and Policy, Queensland Government Procurement and Corporate Services.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.The Department of Housing and Public Works delivers a range of housing, building and procurement services.We work to ensure that our most in need Queenslanders have access to housing and homelessness assistance. This assistance is provided through government-owned and managed social housing, and grant funding to registered providers. We also help thousands of low income earners to enter and remain in the private rental market.Another key focus for the department is to provide policy, advice and delivery of services to government agencies in the areas of construction, asset and facilities management, procurement and fleet management.The department consists of five major areas: Housing and Homelessness Services, Public Works and Asset Management, Building Industry and Policy, Queensland Government Procurement and Corporate Services.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsCAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Assistant Development Manager - Greenfield FarmMaryborough, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD9d agoBusiness ManagerHervey Bay, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD9d agoWhat can I earn as an Operations Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr