AO7 Principal Infrastructure

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Infrastructure Services Officer to join a highly respected public sector organisation in Brisbane, where your expertise will directly contribute to the modernisation and optimisation of educational facilities across Queensland.

This pivotal role offers you the chance to provide strategic direction and high-level support to project teams, ensuring that infrastructure and planning initiatives are delivered with excellence and inclusivity at their core. You will be empowered to shape policy, drive best practice, and foster collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, all while working within an environment that values diversity, supports professional growth, and prioritises the wellbeing of its people. If you are passionate about making a tangible difference in communities and thrive in a setting that champions equity, continuous learning, and supportive teamwork, this is your opportunity to shine.

• Play a key role in shaping the future of educational infrastructure by leading high-impact projects that benefit school and early childhood communities throughout Queensland.
• Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment that actively promotes diversity, flexible working opportunities, and ongoing professional development for all team members.
• Work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions, influence policy direction, and ensure the highest standards of governance and accountability.

What you'll do:

As Principal Infrastructure Services Officer, you will play an instrumental role in driving forward key infrastructure initiatives that underpin educational success across Queensland. Your day-to-day activities will see you collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design effective solutions for both current challenges and future needs. You will be relied upon for your ability to provide clear strategic advice to senior leaders while also engaging directly with community stakeholders to ensure their voices are heard in every stage of project delivery. By preparing critical documentation such as ministerial briefings and comprehensive reports, you will help inform decision-making at the highest levels. Your commitment to nurturing talent within your team will further strengthen collective capabilities while fostering an environment where everyone feels valued. Through your efforts in building robust networks and championing best practice approaches, you will help set new benchmarks for excellence in public sector infrastructure planning.

• Undertake comprehensive planning activities to develop implementation packages aimed at modernising and optimising school facilities across Queensland’s diverse communities.
• Lead and participate in collaborative teams focused on formulating practical solutions for complex infrastructure and planning challenges within the education sector.
• Provide insightful advice to branch management, senior executives, regional directors, and principals on a wide array of infrastructure, planning, and asset management matters.
• Contribute actively to project teams responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and reviewing programs, policies, and procedures aligned with the department’s strategic objectives.
• Establish and nurture strategic networks to monitor emerging issues, analyse changes in best practice approaches, and ensure consistent processes across infrastructure services.
• Prepare detailed ministerial responses, comprehensive reports, and briefing materials addressing various aspects of infrastructure planning and asset management.
• Support the professional development of team members by offering guidance, mentorship, and on-the-job training opportunities to build capability within the division.
• Engage regularly with stakeholder groups to ensure that services provided by your unit or teams consistently meet evolving needs and expectations.
• Champion healthy workplace practices by promoting inclusion, safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement throughout all areas of responsibility.
• Undertake additional duties as required that align with the overall responsibilities of the position as directed by supervisors or nominated delegates.

What you bring:

In this Principal Infrastructure Services Officer position, your proven expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure projects will be invaluable as you navigate multifaceted challenges unique to the public sector. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to build trust-based relationships with colleagues at all levels—ensuring open communication channels between project teams, senior leadership groups, community representatives, and other key stakeholders. Your analytical mindset will allow you to interpret data effectively when preparing critical documents or advising on policy direction. A genuine passion for supporting others’ growth—whether through formal mentoring or informal guidance—will help cultivate a positive team culture rooted in mutual respect. Above all else, your dedication to upholding high standards of governance while embracing opportunities for personal learning ensures you remain adaptable amid shifting priorities.

• Demonstrated experience in high-level infrastructure planning or asset management within large-scale organisations or government settings.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice on complex issues related to infrastructure services or capital works projects.
• Strong background in leading or participating in multidisciplinary project teams focused on delivering outcomes aligned with organisational goals.
• Exceptional written communication skills evidenced by experience preparing ministerial responses, reports, or briefing materials for executive audiences.
• A track record of establishing productive networks with internal stakeholders as well as external partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces through active promotion of health, safety, wellbeing, diversity, and continuous professional development.
• Experience supporting team members’ growth through mentoring or providing structured on-the-job training opportunities.
• Sound understanding of governance frameworks including risk management principles relevant to public sector operations.
• Ability to adapt quickly within complex environments characterised by change or ambiguity while maintaining focus on broader organisational purpose.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a beacon of equity and excellence within Queensland’s public sector landscape. With a vision centred on realising every student’s potential through progressive education systems—and a steadfast commitment to safe workplaces—the organisation fosters an environment where every employee can thrive regardless of background or life experience. Diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated; reasonable adjustments are available so everyone can contribute fully. The culture here is one of collaboration: employees are encouraged to share knowledge openly while benefiting from generous training opportunities designed around individual aspirations. Leadership is supportive rather than hierarchical—focused on empowering staff at every level so they feel connected both professionally and personally. By joining this team you become part of a wider mission: building stronger communities through education while enjoying access to flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance alongside career progression.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on Queensland’s educational landscape while advancing your own career journey in an inclusive environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; take the next step towards shaping brighter futures for students across Queensland.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Noah Young on +61 7 3032 2283 for a confidential discussion.