Industry Capability & Workforce Manager (Fixed Term)

Industry Capability & Workforce Manager (Fixed Term to 31 December 2026)

Brisbane | Full-time | Fixed-Term Contract until 31 December 2026

Help shape the future of Queensland's visitor economy.

The Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) is Queensland's peak tourism industry body—independent, member-driven and committed to growing a thriving, sustainable visitor economy.

We're looking for an experienced Industry Capability & Workforce Manager to join our Industry Capability team for a six-month contract, delivering high-impact workforce and industry capability programs that support tourism businesses across Queensland.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, managing government-funded programs and working directly with industry to solve workforce challenges.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Industry Capability, you'll lead the delivery of QTIC's Industry Workforce Advisor Program while supporting a range of industry capability initiatives including workforce development, business capability and professional development programs.

Working alongside an experienced and collaborative team, you'll engage with tourism operators, government, training providers and industry stakeholders to deliver practical outcomes that strengthen Queensland's tourism workforce.

You'll be responsible for

• Delivering QTIC's Industry Workforce Advisor Program and achieving all contractual KPIs and reporting requirements.
• Working directly with tourism and hospitality businesses to identify workforce needs and connect employers with training and employment solutions.
• Supporting the delivery of QTIC's industry capability programs, professional development initiatives and business support services.
• Building strong relationships with government agencies, industry partners, members and training providers.
• Preparing reports, maintaining accurate program records and contributing to continuous improvement across capability programs.
• Working collaboratively across the organisation to support QTIC's strategic priorities.

About You

You'll bring

• Experience delivering government-funded programs, workforce initiatives or industry capability projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organisation and project management abilities with a high level of attention to detail.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities and meeting contractual deadlines.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• An interest in innovation, including using AI and digital tools to improve productivity and program delivery.
• Experience within tourism, hospitality, workforce development or a related industry will be highly regarded.

Why QTIC?

At QTIC you'll work with passionate people who are committed to making a genuine difference for Queensland's tourism industry.

You'll enjoy

• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Meaningful work with industry impact.
• Flexible and modern ways of working.
• The opportunity to work with tourism businesses across Queensland.
• A dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

Contract Details

• Full-time position.
• Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2026.
• Based in Brisbane with some Queensland travel as required.

If you're passionate about supporting industry, building capability and delivering programs that create lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications should include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role together with your current resume. Application should be submitted via email to ***email_hidden*** prior to Friday 31 July 2026