17 Leadership Role jobs in Australia
Leadership Development Advisor
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- Ongoing, Full Time
- Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8
- Salary Package up to $142,493 pa. Package includes salary range ($13,574 pa to 125,720 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Location: Greenacre (minimum 3 office days required)
About the role:
The Leadership Development Advisor contributes to the delivery and facilitation of programs and initiatives that are designed to enhance leadership and management capabilities and embed inclusive workplace practices. The role actively provides is pivotal in providing coaching and development support for new and existing leaders.
About you:
- You will have demonstrated skills and extensive experience in facilitating clear, accurate and engaging leadership and development training to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating learning and capability uplift development programs.
Essential Requirements:
- Current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence and/or demonstrated ability to travel in accordance with position requirements.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and or equivalent industry experience in Learning and Development and adult education.
For more information on the role, please view the Role Description
Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Ainsley Pryor, Manager Leadership Development on ***.
About us:
FRNSW is one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life, and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, property, environment and economy of NSW. We are prepared for anything – helping anyone, anywhere, anytime.
Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.
What we can offer:
- Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
- Modern buildings and facilities
- Activity based working environment
- Free on-site gym and parking
- Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
- Study assistance for approved courses
- Ongoing training and development
Our commitment to diversity:
Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire and Rescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve.
We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages.
If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at ***@fire.nsw.gov.au
How to apply:
To be considered for this role, please provide an up-to-date resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.
Please answer the following targeted question . It is recommended you draft your responses in a Word document then paste into the required field in the online application.
Targeted Question . Please describe your experience in facilitating learning/leadership development content on courses or workshops. Include examples in your response to demonstrate your experience.
Visit the PSC website for helpful information on writing your application:
Applications close: Sunday 5 October 2025
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type which become available over the next 18 months.
Position of Leadership
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We are looking for highly motivated, passionate and innovative leaders to take on various Positions of Leadership across our school to commence in 2026. The positions of leadership are for a 2 year tenure accompanied by an ongoing teaching contract.
Come work with us! - About us
Come and join our team of motivated, committed, compassionate, and dedicated teachers and support staff at St Anthony’s Primary school, Melton South. We are a large Catholic Primary school comprising of 28 classes across Foundation to year 6.
St. Anthony’s Primary School is committed to building a community of faith, hope and love in the light of Jesus Christ. Our vision is to provide learning environments that empower students to be active learners. We implement evidence-based, high-impact practices designed to ensure our students flourish not only within our community but within a world of continual change.
Our staff are provided with ongoing professional learning opportunities on evidence-based practices and our current provisionally registered teachers follow a structured program which scaffolds their working towards achieving full teacher registration.
We pride ourselves on pastoral care for our students, staff and families and support our staff across both Wellbeing and Learning and Teaching through coaching, mentoring, additional classroom support and facilitated planning in teams.
St Anthony’s community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. We strive to maintain a child safe and inclusive environment where each child feels safe.
Click here for a Virtual Tour to truly see our amazing school!
Please refer to the detailed Role Descriptions and Application form attached for full details of these roles.
Applications close Sunday 5 October 2025
Commencement date is Tuesday 27 January 2026.
Note that applicants must have current Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration
Application Procedures
Applications should include:
- Cover Letter and current Resume
- Employment Application
- Note that if you are applying for more than one of these positions a separate cover letter needs to be submitted for each position.
- Copy of VIT Registration
- The names and contact details of three referees.
Please email applications to ***@sameltonsth.catholic.edu.au
Positions of Leadership
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St Anthony's Primary School Melton South are seeking applicants for the following Positions of Leadership:-
- Literacy Leader
- Mathematics Leader
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Leader
- Learning Diversity Leader
We are looking for highly motivated, passionate and innovative leaders to take on various Positions of Leadership across our school to commence in 2026. The positions of leadership are for a 2 year tenure accompanied by an ongoing teaching contract.
Come work with us! - About us
Come and join our team of motivated, committed, compassionate, and dedicated teachers and support staff at St Anthony’s Primary school, Melton South. We are a large Catholic Primary school comprising of 28 classes across Foundation to year 6.
St. Anthony’s Primary School is committed to building a community of faith, hope and love in the light of Jesus Christ. Our vision is to provide learning environments that empower students to be active learners. We implement evidence-based, high-impact practices designed to ensure our students flourish not only within our community but within a world of continual change.
Our staff are provided with ongoing professional learning opportunities on evidence-based practices and our current provisionally registered teachers follow a structured program which scaffolds their working towards achieving full teacher registration.
We pride ourselves on pastoral care for our students, staff and families and support our staff across both Wellbeing and Learning and Teaching through coaching, mentoring, additional classroom support and facilitated planning in teams.
St Anthony’s community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. We strive to maintain a child safe and inclusive environment where each child feels safe.
Click here for a Virtual Tour to truly see our amazing school!
Please refer to the detailed Role Descriptions and Application form attached for full details of these roles.
Applications close Sunday 5 October 2025
Commencement date is Tuesday 27 January 2026.
Note that applicants must have current Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration
At St. Anthony’s Catholic Primary School, we aspire to provide an enriched learning environment shaped by our Catholic values. We aim to produce witnesses of Christ and global citizens who take an active role in influencing their own futures in a world of continual change.
Application InstructionsApplications should include:
- Cover Letter and current Resume
- Employment Application
- Note that if you are applying for more than one of these positions a separate cover letter needs to be submitted for each position.
- Copy of VIT Registration
- The names and contact details of three referees.
Please email applications to ***@sameltonsth.catholic.edu.au
Strategic Planning Lead (RBS)
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CommBank is recognised as leading the industry in IT and operations with its world-class platforms and processes, agile IT infrastructure, and innovation in everything from payments to internet banking and mobile apps.
Retail Banking Services (RBS) is the public face of CommBank, delivering a seamless banking experience for the future, to our 10 million+ personal and small business customers. We offer market-leading products and services, supported by some of the world's best systems and processes.
Your team
The Retail Banking Portfolio Optimisation team exists to optimise decision making by the Retail Leadership Team, to build a brighter future for all. The team is relentlessly seeking to improve the strategic quarterly planning process, performance oversight, financial governance and workforce management. The team is actively involved in shaping the future of change management at the Group, including design and implementation of tooling. We have a culture of fun, learning and a continuous growth mindset.
Your role
As Strategic Planning Lead, you will act as a trusted partner and advisor to your Technology and Crew General Managers. You will work with business delivery teams (Crews) to provide effective delivery oversight, manage governance rhythms and cadences, work with senior leadership to define and manage objectives and key results, provide business insight and strategic advice, and partner with RBS Executives, Finance and other key stakeholder groups on the following:
• Performance Reporting
• Planning & Forecasting
• Investment & Operational Decision Support
• Expense Management
• Business Intelligence
• Resource Management
• Line 1 Risk
Your Impact
You will be part of the Retail Bank's Performance Chapter and Line of Business Leadership Team. The Performance Chapter is responsible for ensuring that the CBA Retail Bank has the strategy, portfolio and processes in place to deliver the Group's vision and enable RBS's ambitions.
More specifically you will
- Orchestrate the annual and quarterly planning cycle to achieve business outcomes and efficiency, contributing to the Crew's Annual commitments and quarterly Crew Memos.
- Track and report progress against the crew objectives and key results; leverage data driven insights to inform continuous improvement opportunities.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive workforce strategy for the crew, ensuring alignment to business and financial targets while proactively identifying interventions to stay within workforce tolerances.
- Establish, monitor and enhance the crew's operating rhythm, cadences and tools to optimise the flow of work, escalations and decision making.
- Support tracking of agility metrics working closely with the Agility practice to identify opportunities to improve execution, velocity and business value for the crew.
- Facilitate crew performance forums and oversee compliance with delivery frameworks (including milestones, financials, benefits and risks) to ensure the business is operating with Group policies.
- Analyse and interpret complex data and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to drive business decisions.
- Effectively develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders including your Crew Leadership, Retail Product and Channel distribution leaders, Finance, Compliance and Risk
- Manage high complexity and change, solve problems and operate with an enterprise mindset.
- Support the development of centralised operational procedures and tools are streamlined and consistent across all teams including KPI's, delivery and Strategic Planning Process.
- Act as a conduit across teams to facilitate information flow, ensure commitments can be delivered, and risks and issues are escalated.
- Ensure Crew adoption of the Group's group delivery framework, technology and methodologies.
Your Skills and Experience:
- A strategic thinker, problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a background in strategy, program delivery, finance, or consulting - highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in analysing data and performance, and dissecting metrics.
- Results-driven mindset and motivated by a relentless focus on performance, measurement, alignment of work to outcomes and continuous improvement.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels, including ability to challenge the status quo.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Excellent financial management skills to ensure tracking and monitoring is accurate and maintained at all times.
- Comprehensive understanding of risk management in complex environments adhering to compliance obligations and developing 'risk resilient' cultures.
- Experience working in financial services industry - preferred.
- We want the real people beneath the skill set. We strive to be as diverse as the world around us because these experiences and differences support us to better understand our customers and each other.
What are we looking for?
- Ability : Experience working in agile, programs and/or projects. Able to teach and lead by example.
- Motivation : Passionate about improving the yield delivered by investing internally.
- Potential: Interested in shaping the future of retail banking.
- Business acumen : commercial ability and financial management experience.
- Industry experience : experience in Financial Services and or consulting is preferable.
- Communication : strong written and verbal communication skills including report writing and workshop facilitation experience.
- Stakeholder Management : extensive experience working with and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Permanent role with career development and succession planning. Hybrid with office in Sydney
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ANZ Graduate Leadership Program
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**Program Summary:** Are you ready to kick-start your career with a global leader? The Thermo Fisher Scientific ANZ Graduate Leadership Program is designed for high-potential graduates in science, engineering, business, and commerce. This program equips you with the tools, skills, and support to accelerate your professional development. With opportunities to secure a permanent role post-program, you'll be guided by a dedicated Program Manager and senior leaders.
**Program Design: How You'll Make an Impact** Over two years, you'll experience three job rotations, gaining exposure to various facets of Thermo Fisher's core processes, technologies, and leadership. Rotations are tailored to your aspirations, development needs, and business priorities, all based at our ANZ HQ in Scoresby. You'll dive into diverse functional areas, business units, and products/services.
**Your Growth Journey:** While most learning happens on the job, a structured program supports your development. Focus areas include self-awareness, learning from others, and developing critical competencies for success.
**Learning Opportunities:**
+ **Induction Program:** Meet the company, core functions, peers, managers, and leaders.
+ **Cohort Activities:** Share experiences, ideas, and feedback.
+ **Business Impact Projects:** Work on projects and interact with our Senior Leadership team.
+ **Skills Development Trainings:** Enhance communication, influencing skills, self-awareness, and management fundamentals.
+ **Online Learning Library:** Access a wealth of resources.
+ **Career Mentoring:** Get guidance in your second year to prepare for your next steps.
+ **Rotations:** Gain exposure to Sales, Marketing, Portfolio Management, Quality & Regulatory, Finance, and Supply Chain.
**What's in it for You:** By the end of the program, you'll have produced results, gained credibility, and developed a strong company network. You'll be ready to take on various roles that align with your long-term career aspirations.
**How Will You Get Here:**
+ **Bachelor's Degree:** Graduating in 2025 or graduated in 2024 in Science, Business & Commerce, or Engineering.
+ **Relevant Work Experience:** Including internships.
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
+ **Career Ambition:** Desire for a leadership role within a global organization.
+ **Adaptability:** Energized by change and able to adapt to new assignments, managers, and businesses.
+ **Interpersonal Skills:** Ability to interact with employees and leaders at all levels.
+ **Attention to Detail:** Strong focus on results.
+ **Commercial Savvy:** Understanding of metrics, budgets, and strategy aligned with business objectives.
+ **Communication:** Excellent interpersonal skills and professional presence.
+ **Authorization:** Ability to work in Australia without restriction.
+ **Willingness to Travel:** Access to a vehicle and willing to travel as needed throughout the program.
**Benefits**
**Join us and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.**
+ **Health & Wellbeing:** Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
+ **Flexibility:** Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.
+ **Extra Leave:** Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.
+ **Charitable Giving & Volunteering:** Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.
+ **Learning & Development:** Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.
**Thermo Fisher Scientific Australia WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality**
**Ready to Apply:**
Submit your application through our Career Site, your application must include a cover letter and we'd love to hear your story. In **200 words or less** , tell us:
+ What makes you the right fit for the Thermo Fisher Graduate Leadership Program
+ Share what drives you, what excites you about our mission, and how you'll make an impact.
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 120,000+ extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Teaching & Leadership Roles | Darling Downs
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We welcome applications from local, interstate and international candidates (including Working Holiday and Skilled Independent/Regional Visa holders) and dependent on the school and department, are open to considering full time or part time options.
Specific vacancies can be found on our website and we are seeking expressions of interest in all teaching areas, including:
Mathematics | Essential, General, Methods, Specialist
English | Essential, General, LiteratureScience | General, Chemistry, Biology, PhysicsHumanities | Geography, History, Business Studies, Economics, Legal Studies, Religious EducationHPE | Health & Physical EducationTechnology | Digital Technology, Design Technology, Food Technology, Textiles and Industrial TechnologyCreative Arts | Drama, Music, Visual ArtsLanguages | Japanese, Chinese, Italian, French, GermanPrimary & Early Childhood Education | K-6Leadership | Curriculum & PastoralContact or call on for a confidential discussion about these opportunities. Alternatively, click ‘Apply ’ to submit your application directly to our team.To be considered, candidates must hold (or be eligible for) teacher registration in Queensland and have working rights in Australia.
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2025 Teaching & Leadership Positions | Queensland
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2025 Teaching & Leadership Positions | Queensland
SchoolHouse is partnering with schools across Brisbane , the Gold Coast , and regional Queensland to fill a variety of permanent and contract roles beginning January 2025 . Whether you are a graduate teacher excited to launch your career or an experienced educator ready for a new challenge, we would love to connect. For a confidential discussion about the opportunities listed below, please contact Lisa Gunnigan at lisa.gunnigan @the-schoolhouse.com.au or click ‘ APPLY ’ now. Positions available Please see a snapshot below of the current vacancies we are recruiting for across Queensland: Science & Mathematics Roles SH#5632 | Maths Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5611 | Mathematics Teacher - Brisbane NorthSH#5547 | Maths & Physics Teacher - Brisbane NorthSH#5612 | Science Teacher - Central QueenslandSH#5550 | Senior & Junior Mathematics Teacher - Brisbane NorthSH#5551 | General Science Teacher - Brisbane NorthSH#5535 | Core Teacher (Middle Years) - Brisbane SouthSH#5203 | Chemistry Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5546 | Physics Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5560 | Chemistry Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5436 | Physics Teacher - Brisbane CentralSH#5441 | Mathematics Teacher - Middle School - Brisbane CentralSH#5515 | Senior Mathematics Teacher - Brisbane CentralSH#5504 | Year 7 Core Teacher- Gold CoastSH#5353 | Science Teacher - Gold CoastSH#5468 | Senior Chemistry - Sunshine CoastSH#4225 | Chemistry Teacher - South Burnett RegionSH#5502 | Biology Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5594 | Mathematics Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5503 | Physics & Chemistry Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5501 | Mathematics Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5506 | Mathematics Teacher - Whitsunday CoastSH#5246 | Physics Teacher - Whitsunday CoastSH#5531 | Maths & Science (Middle Years) Teacher - Central QueenslandSH#5006 | Senior Science Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#4819 | Mathematics Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5511 | Mathematics Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5572 | Agricultural Science Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5565 | Biology Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5448 | Maths & Science Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5566 | Chemistry Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5303 | Senior Art Teacher - Townsville & Surrounds English & HASS & Religion SH#5628 | Geography Teacher - Brisbane NorthSH#5598 | History Teacher - Brisbane NorthSH#5602 | Humanities Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5590 | English & Humanities Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5485 | Study of Religion Teacher - Brisbane EastSH#5563 | English Teacher - Brisbane EastSH#5516 | English Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5543 | Middle Years English Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5559 | Economics Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5496 | Religion & Any Other Subject - Brisbane SouthSH#5536 | Study of Religion Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5535 | Core Teacher (Middle Years) - Brisbane SouthSH#5469 | English & Humanities Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5504 | Year 7 Core Teacher - Gold CoastSH#5633 | Humanities Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5452 | English Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5500 | English/Humanities Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5542 | English & Humanities Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5569 | Economics & Business Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5568 | English Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5326 | English/Humanities Teacher - Central Queensland Coast Primary SH#5603 | Upper Primary Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5439 | Primary Physical Education Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5111 | Primary Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5451 | Primary Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5567 | Primary Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5571 | Specialist Primary Teachers | Part Time Positions - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5530 | Primary, Middle and Secondary Teachers - North QueenslandSH#5450 | Primary HPE Specialist Teacher - North QueenslandSH#5144 | Special Education Teacher – Primary - North Queensland Design and Digital Technology SH#5589 | Design and Technology - Brisbane SouthSH#5629 | Design Technology Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5599 | Design/Art Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5498 | Hospitality & Food Technology Teacher - Brisbane SouthSH#5537 | Digital Solutions Teacher (part-time) - Brisbane SouthSH#5280 | Design Technology Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5570 | Design Technology Teacher - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5313 | Design Technology Teacher - Gold CoastSH#5524 | Industrial Technology Teacher - Gold CoastSH#5449 | Digital Technologies Teacher - Townsville & Surrounds The Arts SH#5599 | Design/Art Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5533 | Music Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5314 | Visual Art Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsHealth and Physical Education SH#5252 | Health & Physical Education Teacher - Central QueenslandSH#4634 | Physical Education Teacher - Townsville & Surrounds Languages SH#5605 | French Teacher | Primary - Brisbane CentralSH#5465 | French Teacher - Brisbane WestSH#5562 | Japanese Teacher - Brisbane EastSH#5497 | Japanese Teacher (Lower Secondary/Upper Primary) - Brisbane SouthSH#5315 | Languages Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5211 | French Teacher - Toowoomba & Darling DownsSH#5613 | Japanese Teacher - Central Queensland Leadership Opportunities SH#5627 | Executive Director - People, Policy and Workplace Relations - Brisbane NorthSH#5509 | Head of Boarding (Boys') - Central QueenslandSH#5438 | Head of Department – English - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5409 | Pastoral Care Coordinator - Townsville & SurroundsSH#5146 | Co Curricular Co-ordinator - Townsville & Surrounds To be eligible, applicants must hold (or qualify for) QCT registration and have working rights in Australia. 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School Leadership Opportunities 2025 | West Melbourne
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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Executive Leadership Opportunity
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The Hickinbotham Group, South Australia’s largest residential builder and developer , is seeking a world-class CFO to help lead our diversified private group into its next phase of growth and innovation . With 70 years of family ownership and an unparalleled reputation for excellence, we are on a mission to become Australia’s leanest company , setting benchmarks for innovation, efficiency, and value creation .
Our portfolio spans four market-leading residential building brands, a large-scale land development operation, mortgage broking, spirits production and sales, and life sciences. We are dedicated to improving lives through the homes we build, the communities we shape, and the value we deliver to our stakeholders. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing executive team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced, results-driven environment .
About the Role
As CFO, you will deliver transformational results through a hands-on, commercially focused leadership style that reinforces our lean, agile culture . Working closely with the Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, you will set bold, strategic objectives , combining practical financial expertise with visionary leadership to achieve outstanding commercial outcomes . This role demands a deep commitment to operational excellence , a sharp focus on measurable results , and a proactive approach to engaging directly in financial management and business decision-making .
Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Financial Leadership: Actively contribute to the Group’s strategic decision-making, providing insights and guidance to shape our future direction.
- Financial Planning and Reporting: Lead the finance department in delivering timely and accurate budgets, financial reports, and performance analysis to support data-driven decisions.
- Compliance and Governance: Ensure the Group complies with all statutory and financial obligations, maintaining the highest standards of governance and accountability.
- Operational Excellence: Drive efficiencies and value creation through the application of lean principles, ensuring optimal fiscal performance.
- Risk Management: Identify, manage, and mitigate business and project risks to safeguard the Group’s long-term success.
- Leadership: Inspire and lead a high-performing finance team, setting strategy and fostering professional growth in alignment with company objectives.
- Commercial Negotiations: Lead negotiations on key projects to secure favourable outcomes that align with the Group’s strategic goals.
About You
To excel in this role, you will be an “A” player—an exceptional finance professional who thrives on achieving transformational results . You are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach , combining deep financial expertise with strong leadership and commercial insight .
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- CA/CPA qualification (or equivalent).
- At least 10 years of experience in a hands-on CFO role or a similar senior leadership position.
- A proven track record of delivering commercial success and driving value creation within complex, high-performing organisations .
- Strong operational expertise , with a passion for implementing lean practices and achieving measurable results .
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills , with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop talent .
- Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities , with a focus on practical, common-sense solutions .
- Excellent communication , interpersonal , and stakeholder management skills .
- A self-starter mindset with the ability to adapt , learn , and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Personal Attributes:
- A strong alignment with our core value of improving lives . Ensuring every decision, process, and outcome contributes positively to our organisation, people, customers, and communities .
- A passion for excellence and continuous improvement.
- A collaborative team player who can also take the lead when needed.
- Tenacity to overcome challenges and deliver results under pressure .
- High emotional intelligence (EQ) , with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels .
- Attention to detail and an unwavering focus on achieving strategic objectives.
Why Join Us?
At the Hickinbotham Group, we offer more than just a career —we offer the chance to make a lasting impact . As CFO, you will:
- Play a key role in shaping the future of South Australia’s largest residential builder and developer.
- Contribute to a mission-driven organisation dedicated to improving lives through innovation, efficiency, and value creation .
- Collaborate with a high-performing executive team in a supportive, fast-paced, and results-driven environment .
- Be part of a dynamic, diversified group with a strong legacy and ambitious plans for the future .
This is a rare opportunity to lead at scale, deliver meaningful results , and leave a legacy of success . If you are a driven, hands-on leader with a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference , we want to hear from you.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge , please submit your application , including a detailed CV and cover letter , outlining your qualifications, experience, and vision for the role . Applications will be treated with the strictest confidence .
This is your chance to shape the future of one of South Australia’s most dynamic private groups . Join us and make an impact that matters .