The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is seeking a motivated Senior Operations Officer (AO5) to join the Regional Operations team in Southport. This fulltime, temporary position (14 September 2026 - 10 September 2027, with possible extension) offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of passenger and school transport services. In this role, you will supervise a small team, manage the School Transport Assistance Scheme, and ensure compliance with service contracts. You'll provide frontline customer service, including handling complaints and offering advice on legislation, policy, and operational delivery. Key responsibilities include monitoring office and data systems to support governance, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and coordinating responses to natural disasters or emergencies. To thrive in this role, you'll need strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. A current C-class driver licence is mandatory, and you may be required to travel or work outside normal hours. TMR values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must follow the How To Apply requirements provided in the role description, including providing a response to target questions.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/695504/26
Closing Date: Thursday, 30 July 2026<space>This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
