General Manager - Commercial

General Manager – Commercial (GMC)

· Lead National Growth

· Strengthen Partnerships

· Create Opportunities for Young Australians & Adult Learners.

Binnacle Training College | Queensland (National Remit) Executive Leadership | Growth Strategy | Partnerships | Innovation

At Binnacle Training, the purpose is simple - to empower young people with real‑world skills, confidence, and pathways that set them up for life. For more than two decades, we’ve partnered with schools and communities to deliver nationally recognised qualifications that make a genuine difference for students and teachers across Australia.

Binnacle Training is a leading Registered Training Organisation (RTO), partnering with over 250 secondary schools through an expanding national network to deliver practical, industry-relevant vocational education. Established in 2006, we're proud to be celebrating 20 years in vocational education in schools, working alongside 800+ teachers to deliver custom-built Certificate courses across five key program areas: Sport & Recreation, Fitness, Business, Tourism, and First Aid.

We're entering an exciting new phase of our story. Binnacle has a strong foundation and significant potential for sustainable growth. Under the direction of our new CEO, we're rolling out our 2026–2028 Strategic Plan, a clear roadmap for where we're headed, guided by three pillars:

• Empower - building the capability, confidence and culture our people need to grow
• Evolve - strengthening our systems, processes and standards, integrating quality, compliance and technology into one unified way of working
• Expand - scaling our reach and impact, extending our programs and partnerships further across Australia

To lead this next phase, we are seeking an exceptional General Manager – Commercial (GMC) - a strategic, commercially astute executive capable of architecting and driving a national growth agenda.

This appointment will shape Binnacle’s commercial direction, strengthen its partnership ecosystem, and build the capabilities required for scale. It is a role for a leader who can balance vision with disciplined execution, and who thrives in environments where purpose and performance intersect.

The Mandate

Reporting directly to the CEO, the GMC will hold enterprise‑level responsibility for:

• Designing and executing Binnacle’s multi‑year national growth strategy.
• Driving enrolment, revenue, and market expansion across Australia.
• Leading strategic partnerships with schools, education departments, industry bodies, and community organisations.
• Overseeing brand, marketing, digital engagement, and customer acquisition.
• Guiding product innovation and new course development.
• Embedding data‑driven decision‑making, CRM optimisation, and commercial analytics.
• Building and leading a high‑performance commercial team.

This role is central to Binnacle’s evolution from a strong Queensland‑based RTO to a nationally scaled education organisation.

About You

You are a values‑driven commercial leader who brings both strategic clarity and a collaborative mindset.

You thrive in growth environments and are motivated by purpose, impact, and innovation.

You are Strategic. Analytical. Entrepreneurial. Influential. Collaborative. Purpose‑centred nationally.

You bring presence, clarity, and commercial discipline.

We are seeking a high‑calibre commercial executive with:

• 10+ years’ senior commercial or growth leadership
• Demonstrated success scaling products and/or services across multiple regions
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Experience in education, training, or regulated industries
• Expertise in marketing, CRM, digital engagement, and analytics
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication capability
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence at executive level

Experience in RTO environments, national expansion, or school‑based programs will be highly regarded.

You are strategic, analytical, and forward‑thinking - yet grounded in values, purpose, and impact.

The Value Proposition

This is a rare opportunity to join a purpose‑driven organisation at a pivotal moment. You will:

• Work directly with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team
• Influence strategy, culture, and national impact
• Lead a commercial transformation with genuine social purpose
• Shape the future of school‑based and vocational education in Australia
• Drive innovation in a sector ready for disruption
• Build partnerships that create real opportunities for young Australians

The scope, influence, and strategic importance of this role make it one of the most significant commercial appointments in the education and training sector.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal executive role with the mandate, influence, and organisational backing to shape the future of school‑based and vocational education.

How to Apply

If you’re energised by growth, motivated by purpose, and ready to lead at scale, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to ***email_hidden*** or call Nunzia Confessore on Tel: 0417131130 for more information.