Emerging Industries Business Development Manager

Overview

Emerging Industries Business Development Manager — Temporary (until December 2028) full-time position to join our Educational Delivery team at TAFE Queensland's SkillsTech. Represent TAFE Queensland on industry groups, lead and implement key business objectives with respect to industry collaboration, assist in identifying key skills gaps, propose training products and other solutions, and generate and refer commercial leads to TAFE Queensland regions. The position reports to the Director, Commercial Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the success of the organisation through promoting and modelling SkillsTech's core values and Agreed Behaviours and the established TAFE Queensland values of Working Together, Focussing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility, Showing Initiative, and Safety First.
• Establish and develop effective industry relationships, networks, and strategic alliances, which facilitate opportunities to improve TAFE Queensland's current market position as a provider of vocational education and training (VET) to the advanced manufacturing and renewables industries, and solidify TAFE Queensland's status as the preferred VET provider in these emerging industries.
• Manage the strategic and operational aspects of the Project, including the preparation of project planning documentation, comprehensive briefings and reports, and the management of the specific financial obligations associated with the project funding arrangement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, business development units, and educational delivery teams to communicate industry learnings, refine TAFE Queensland Emerging Industry roadmaps and strategies, and to ensure appropriate representatives of TAFE Queensland are present at key network meetings.
• Provide high level strategic advice, information and reports to the Senior Executive Team (SET) and Business Managers/Faculty Leads regarding key Emerging Industries' markets and products for the future as well as key issues with the potential to impact future planning and achievement of growth targets.
• Critically analyse and review progress against agreed project timeframes by establishing and monitoring key performance indicators, identifying and addressing risks, and regularly reporting recommendations to the SET.
• Regularly liaise with the VET Emerging Industries Project Manager to ensure VET Emerging Industries Initiative projects are progressing consistent with Industry expectation, and to advise of any recommended changes to the implementation of projects after considering and/or incorporating feedback from industry groups and networks.
• Provide expert advice on additional collaborative projects/work which can be undertaken to enhance TAFE Queensland's capability and status as a preferred education and training provider to Emerging Industries.
• Contribute to improvement in business processes and practices by fostering an environment where high quality work is achieved and is supported by the development of, and adherence to, quality systems.
• Proactively participate in local Performance Planning and Development (PPD) processes, seeking opportunities for self-development and contributing to the development of the team through knowledge sharing, the provision of support and guidance, and maximising opportunities for collaboration.

Benefits

• Four (4) weeks recreation leave (annual accrual)
• Flexible work options (e.g. Purchased leave, compressed hours, telecommuting)
• 12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available
• Remote Area Incentive Scheme payments may be available to eligible candidates
• Locality Allowance
• Financial assistance towards relocation expenses may be available
• Professional development and study assistance available
• Wellbeing initiatives and social responsibility programs
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Access to private health corporate plans and corporate discounts (e.g. Fitness Passport, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products)
• Comprehensive Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) support options
• Work at Home Software (e.g. Adobe and Microsoft software)
• Employee discounts or deals related to work-at-home software, Apple products, Dell products, and Lenovo products, fitness passports, and private health insurance.
• Annual staff recognition awards and years of service recognition
• Pride Network for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies
• Free car parking

How You Will Be Assessed

Within the context of the role description above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

• Demonstrated high level program/project management skills (including knowledge of PRINCE2 or similar Project Management methodology), with the proven ability to manage complex projects to successful outcomes.
• High level communication, consultation and negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse range of key stakeholders, including third party service providers, where required.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver presentations at the executive level and ensure project information is communicated to key stakeholders effectively, and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver project outcomes that contribute positively to the strategic objectives of a large organisation.
• Leads, builds and sustains positive relationships with team members, vendors, stakeholders and clients and is responsive to client and stakeholder needs and expectations.

Highly Desirable Requirement

• Previous experience in a relevant field, including evidence of strategic leadership within an educational institution, will be considered favourably.

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 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: 9:00am, 15 September 2025

Job Reference Number: TQST2025-806

For Any Questions About The Role, Please Contact

Katey Banks
Director, Commercial Services
Phone: 0478 854 669
Email: katey.banks@tafeqld.edu.au

If you have questions about workplace adjustments, accessibility, or our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, please contact:

Amanda Laing
People & Culture
Phone: 07 3244 0765
Email: Amanda.Laing@tafeqld.edu.au

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 has been named the Large Training Provider of the Year at the 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.

Skills

In TAFE Queensland, SkillsTech region, we have a strong focus on workplace culture, and we value employee collaboration, strong leadership and high performing teams. We believe that every employee has a role to play in "making great happen" through the embodiment of the following agreed behaviours in all that we do:

• Show gratitude
• Collaborate proactively
• We do what we say
• Solutions focussed

Job details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Government Administration

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