Manager, Regional School Industry Partnership Program - Metropolitan North Region
Job Details
Position Type
Teaching and learning
School Type
Secondary
Employment Type
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject Area
Creative Arts
Salary Range
$147,768 - $156,143 per annum
Posted Date
February 24, 2026 (5 days ago)
Closing Date
March 08, 2026
Description
School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you an experienced and relational leader with a passion for connecting education, industry, and opportunity?
As the Manager, Regional School Industry Partnership (RSIP) for the Metropolitan North Region, you will lead a high-impact regional initiative that strengthens collaboration between schools, training providers, employers, and
community partners to support every student's transition from school into further education, training, or employment.
You will drive the implementation of the Department's Ready for the Future strategy through authentic partnerships that address local skills needs, expand student exposure to career pathways, and build Queensland's future
workforce.
This temporary position is available from 20 April 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFlexible full-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationAO8Workplace LocationBrisbane - North,Moreton Bay - North,Moreton Bay - SouthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR679510/26TClosing date08-Mar-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob duration11 December 2026, unless otherwise determinedContact personBen LynesContact details0484 895 644Access the National Relay Service
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:
- Lead a regional, coordinated approach to building and sustaining school-industry partnerships aligned to local skills shortage areas and emerging workforce priorities.
- Collaborate with DTET, TAFE Queensland, Chambers of Commerce, industry associations, local universities and employers to strengthen local pipelines for employment and training.
- Facilitate a Regional Industry Liaison Officer network and a Regional Trades Training Centre network to share best practice, align strategic planning, and promote regional consistency across initiatives.
- Partner with regional teams, school leaders and Senior Schooling teams to build capability, share data insights, and align pathways strategies with student needs.
- Contribute to the statewide RSIP network by sharing innovation, supporting system development, and expanding opportunities for Queensland students.
Are you the right person for the job?
- You are a collaborative and strategic leader who excels at relationship management, communication, and system thinking. You will bring:
- Proven experience in education, training, or workforce development settings.
- Demonstrated ability to build and sustain high-value partnerships across schools, government, and industry.
- Strong project leadership skills, with the ability to deliver regional initiatives aligned with state priorities.
- The capacity to communicate with influence and lead change across diverse stakeholder groups.
- A commitment to improving student outcomes through innovative, evidence-based strategies that connect learning to the world of work.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration drives meaningful outcomes for young people, this is your opportunity to make a lasting regional impact.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
- Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- MNR679510_26T - Role Description (PDF, 245KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants