Business Manager - Cleveland Education and Training Centre

Permanent
job
recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/NQR683384/26P

Closing date April 8, 2026

Location Townsville region

Status
Permanent

Contact
07 4421 5275

About this job

Who We Are:

 Located within the Townsville Youth Detention Centre, our centre provides educational services in a unique and dynamic environment.

Cleveland Education and Training Centre is a service provider within the Detention Centre therefore all staff are required to comply with a range of safety and security protocols.

Cleveland Education and Training Centre delivers education programs within the Detention Centre for 48 weeks of the year. Leave may fall outside school hours - this is negotiable.

About the Role:

As the School Business Manager, you will play a key role in the effective management of the centre's business operations. You will be responsible for overseeing financial administration, budgeting, procurement processes, and supporting human resource and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Coordinate procurement and resource management
• Provide support with human resource processes and workforce administration
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures
• Support the leadership team with business and operational planning

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

• Strong financial and administrative management skills
• High level organisational and communication abilities
• Experience working in complex or regulated environments (desirable)
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practice

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• Opportunity to work in a unique and rewarding educational setting
• Supportive team environment
• Professional development opportunities

How to Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

*We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.*

*Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.*

*Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.*

Application Downloads

NQR683384_26P Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf