Manager - Registration Services

Permanent

job

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

Job Reference QLD/CO674401/25P

Closing date January 13, 2026

Location Brisbane Inner City

Status

Permanent

Contact

(07) 3034 5294

About this job

About the Department of Education

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the Role

As Manager, you will lead data-driven initiatives to inform regulatory reforms that align with strategic objectives under relevant legislative frameworks, employing principles of good administrative decision-making and best practice regulation.

Reporting to the Director, Registration Services - Early Childhood, Regulation and Communication, you will help drive the Board secretariat's success in its critical functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of risk-based regulatory frameworks, tools, and processes to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory outcomes.
• Identify and analyse issues, risks, and trends relevant to the regulation of non-state schools and develop strategies to address challenges.
• Manage high-risk and complex matters with strategic oversight, ensuring compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Drive work planning, resource allocation, and prioritisation of regulatory efforts based on intelligence and data-driven risk assessments.
• Oversee the preparation and review of corporate documentation, including strategic and operational reports, policies, procedures, and annual reports.

This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for regulatory excellence and a proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.

About You

The following traits would be beneficial:

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive teams towards achieving organisational goals.
• Experience in leading strategic projects, legislative reforms, and implementing risk-based regulatory frameworks.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage priorities, projects, and resources effectively.
• Proficiency in managing change and fostering continuous improvement in a regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to lead transformative regulatory reforms, contribute to the enhancement of Queensland's non-state schooling sector, and make a meaningful impact on the broader education landscape. Join a passionate team dedicated to achieving regulatory excellence and supporting high-quality education for all.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach your current CV, including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
• Provide a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

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

Applicant Information Package.pdf

CO674401_25P - Role Description.pdf