Director (Regulatory Programs And Compliance)

Position Status: Ongoing
Position Type: Flexible full-time
Location: Brisbane
Closing Date: 25 March 2024
Remuneration: $155k - $163k + super

The QLD Department of Transport and Main Roads is seeking to employ a Director to lead the Regulatory Programs and Compliance work stream within the Land Transport Safety and Regulation Branch, Customer Services, Safety and Regulation Division. As this team enters a period of transition and change, we require a strong and compassionate leader to build a culture of high performance, inclusivity and excellence. With four direct reports and oversight of more than 80 FTE, this opportunity will allow you to showcase your already impressive leadership skills, including honing the strategic skills required to further progress your career.

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Director (Regulatory Compliance & Enforcement), the Director (Regulatory Programs & Compliance) will be responsible for:

• Managing and maintaining consistency in the delivery of compliance-based road safety policies and programs, products and services across the state.
• Providing effective leadership, mentoring and strategic direction to drive positive change and influence strategic objectives for the Regulatory Assurance and Risk (Audit) Programs, Compliance Programs, and Investigations and Enforcement teams.
• Providing expertise to support and embed data-led interventions and innovations targeted at improving road safety, identifying and managing non-compliance and excessive breaches.
• Providing authoritative advice to the Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement Leadership Team on potential regulatory compliance issues, enforcement, data analysis and investigation trends.

The key requirements of the role are as follows:

• Record of success as a leader in a large, complex and decentralised organisation.
• Proven ability to lead the delivery of high-profile government priorities, along with excellence in client service.
• Strong background in program management, strategy and policy implementation, and regulatory compliance, within the public, private and/or not for profit sectors.

While there are no mandatory qualifications for the role, it is highly desirable for applicants to possess experience of five or more years in a regulatory compliance management role, delivering on complex and multi-faceted compliance frameworks. A criminal history check will also be undertaken prior to appointment to this role.

About You
This role is ideally suited to a leader who is consistent in their approach, with a high level of emotional intelligence. You will be leading a diverse team of professionals that will be providing services across Queensland. Your demonstrable experience in taking a team on a journey of capability building will stand you in good stead to have a positive impact in this role. Whilst it is not a requirement to have a background in road safety for this role, it will be well regarded. What is of most importance is your strong leadership experience and ability to navigate complex and sensitive environments.

Your Benefits
Employment benefits will include:

• Choice of superannuation fund, including up to 12.75% employer superannuation contributions (based on the level of employee contributions).
• Generous leave entitlements, including four weeks' leave and leave loading of 17.5%
• Opportunities for professional development
• A genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
• Ability to negotiate flexible work hours and work arrangements
• A productive workplace that supports collaboration, information sharing and stakeholder engagement
• An environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply
To apply, you will require the following:

• A comprehensive and current resume outlining your work experience and your achievements, which you think are relevant to this role.
• Provide a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages that outlines how your experience,
  abilities and knowledge are relevant for this role.

If you would like to obtain a copy of the full position description, please contact Dan at First Grade Recruitment on *************@firstgrade.com.au