Commencement Dates: 24 November 2025
Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent
Salary Range: $143,885 to $159,864 FTE gross per annum PLUS 12.75% Superannuation
Closing Date for Applications: 4pm, Wednesday 15 October 2025
St Mary's Catholic College, Woree
Situated in the southern suburbs of Cairns, St Mary's Catholic College opened in 1986 and boasts a proud reputation for providing quality Catholic co-education. The College is a place where individual strengths are nurtured and developed and where faith and a sense of community are fundamental to who we are. The College offers both a strong academic and stimulating vocational curriculum, along with comprehensive co-curricular opportunities for our students to pursue their interest. Our committed and dedicated staff work in partnership with parents to provide students with the balance of supportive environment and challenging learning. Essential for young people to grow holistically and step forward to make a difference in the world.
About the Role
St Mary’s Catholic College is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Manager to lead the college’s financial and administrative operations. Reporting directly to the Principal, this pivotal role supports strategic planning, financial management, human resources, property oversight, and compliance. The successful candidate will be a collaborative leader with strong financial acumen, a commitment to Catholic values, and the ability to foster a positive and efficient working environment.
Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements
- Skills for building community including facilitation, delegation and consultation.
- Involvement in professional associations.
- Capacity for leadership within a school.
- Unless an exemption applies all staff are required to hold a current Working with Children Blue Card or be
eligible to apply.
- Criminal history and bankruptcy check.
- Current drivers licence.
- A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision and ethos of Catholic Education.
For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description SMCC-CLT-Business Manager 2025.pdf
Work Requirements
- Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
What We Offer
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
- Professional development and further career opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport Membership Available
To Apply
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.
Enquiries
Kerry Manders, Principal
P: 07 4044 4200
E: smw.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Please note: Interviews may be conducted and an appointment made prior to the closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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