Manager Infrastructure And Logistics

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. TAFE Queensland been named the Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Australian Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies. 

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

Your Opportunity

As the Manager, Infrastructure and Logistics you will be responsible for:

• Leadership, implementation, monitoring, and review of the region’s Infrastructure and facility logistics, including budgetary planning and compliance, and capital and building projects. 
• Advice for the effective and efficient operation of the region’s infrastructure functions and facility logistics, in alignment with legislative and compliance requirements

This position reports to the Executive Director, Corporate Services

This is a Temporary, Full-Time opportunity, to 7 February 2025 with possibility of extension

The position will be based at any TAFE Queensland North region campus,  however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.  

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a role model for the team, fostering a culture of integrity, transparency and trust.
• Manage the Infrastructure and Logistics functions (capital works, cleaning, security, space, external leasing and fleet) across all regional campuses including the development of performance management benchmarks that focus on the provision of client-focused services that meet with the region’s strategic intent. 
• Provide high-level advice and support to TAFE Queensland North Executive and Senior Leaders in relation to capital Infrastructure and Logistics as well as the preparation of analytical reports and documentation. 
• Lead the region’s compliance with environmental protection, asbestos and associated legislation and requirements. 
• Manage the region’s Infrastructure and space plans in line with funding, guidelines, compliance and relevant legislation to meet the emerging needs identified in consultation with all stakeholders.
• Lead the financial, business performance and financial strategy functions relevant to Infrastructure and Logistics Management through the provision of advice and high level interpretation of relevant legislation and compliance. 
  • Manage and maintain the budget of the Infrastructure and Logistics Unit to forecast the current and future financial periods to achieve business strategy objectives, ensuring strategic use of available resources.
  • Liaise closely with the Manager, Maintenance and Safety to ensure seamless continuity of facilities and logistical support to the region.
• Manage the ongoing review of the region’s capital programs through the inclusion of a Physical Resource Strategic Plan for the region that incorporates capital investment, maintenance, and disposal planning to be achieved through asset management strategies.
• Continuously promote new ways of improving efficiency by reducing cost and enhancing outcomes. 
• Provide leadership on individual and team performance and future goals.
• Manage communication and actively engage with industry, business and the community. 
• Undertake any other tasks and duties as directed.

How you will be assessed

The ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

1. Demonstrate strong values-based leadership by consistenc living the TAFE Qld Values and ethical standards in all actions and decision.
2. Strong management and administrative competency evidenced by significant operational and business outcome achievements within an Infrastructure and logistics environment in line with the strategic objectives of the organisation.
3. High level conceptual and analytical proficiency demonstrated through significant achievement of budgetary objectives in aligning with legislative and compliance requirements, and commitment to quality facilities outcomes. 
4. Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles including budgeting and financial management and achievement of results.   
5. High level interpersonal and communication skills including consultation, negotiation, facilitation and liaison with internal and external clients including consultants, contractors and suppliers to ensure the efficient delivery of Infrastructure and Logistics services.
6. Encourages creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship with the initiative, attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.

How to apply

If you’re interested in this role, click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal.  When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:

• A detailed resume; 
• A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the “How you will be assessed” criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and
• The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)

Closing date: 3 July 2024

Job Reference Number: TQ2024-684

For further information, please contact:

Stacey Coburn, Executive Director, Corporate Services

0432 290 *** or email *************@tafeqld.edu.au