Director

In this role you will lead a skilled team of planning and policy professionals managing very complex work - they need a leader who can provide strategic direction, remove barriers, build their capability and position them for success in high-pressure reform and delivery.

Responsibilities

Exposure to diverse, complex planning challenges across Queensland

Lead delivery of major legislative and policy reforms with measurable impact

Join a collaborative and committed leadership team

Develop your team's policy mindset and strategic capability, and support emerging leaders

This is your opportunity to shape planning outcomes that will define Queensland for decades. If you are passionate about planning policy, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to make a lasting impact on Queensland's communities, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/675485/26

Closing Date: Monday, 9th February 2026

The Department of Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning is working to build a prosperous, connected, liveable, sustainable and resilient Queensland.

The department brings together the functions of infrastructure planning and policy, planning, local government and regional services as well as economic and regional development to create better cities, towns and communities through future-focused planning, smart development, engagement and strong partnerships. The department also has a key role in supporting and providing advice to local governments throughout Queensland, and implementing finance and funding programs.

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