This is a Director, Water, Infrastructure role with Queensland Government based in Brisbane, QLD, AU Queensland Government Role Seniority - director More about the Director, Water, Infrastructure role at Queensland Government Join the State Shapers as Director, Water in the Infrastructure Portfolio and Advisory division. Lead strategic engagement and provide expert advice to shape Queensland’s water infrastructure planning and capital proposals. Use your strengths in stakeholder management, governance, risk management, and strategic thinking to drive alignment with government priorities and deliver quality outcomes. If you’re passionate about collaboration, continuous improvement, and building enduring relationships, we welcome your application. Your Opportunity This is a leadership role where you will drive a coordinated approach to capital planning and proposal development in the water sector. You'll work closely with agencies and government-owned corporations to ensure proposals align with Queensland's infrastructure strategy and meet best-practice standards. Your work will influence major investment decisions and contribute to sustainable water infrastructure outcomes. Role Your Strengths - We design roles around individual and collective strengths. For this position, we're looking for someone who excels in: Stakeholder management and collaboration - You build strong, enduring relationships across government and industry. Strategic and critical thinking - You provide insight and clarity to complex infrastructure challenges. Governance and risk management - You ensure proposals meet high standards of accountability and quality. Driving accountability and outcomes - You lead with purpose and deliver results. Time management and leadership - You balance priorities and guide your team effectively. Your Responsibilities - In This Role, You Will Engage with agencies early in the proposal development process to provide strategic advice and ensure alignment with government priorities. Lead the provision of advice and assurance activities for high-risk and priority proposals. Prepare high-quality strategic advice, reports, and submissions for senior executives and government. Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in infrastructure frameworks and agency capability. Facilitate communities of practice and share best-practice approaches to water infrastructure planning. Represent the department at meetings, forums, and technical briefings, promoting robust planning and assessment. Support a positive and inclusive team culture, helping team members achieve organisational priorities and professional goals. Why Join Us? At DSDIP, we're more than a workplace—we're a community of State Shapers. We're passionate about delivering meaningful outcomes and creating a legacy for Queenslanders through infrastructure that supports growth, resilience, and sustainability. We value and respect the diversity of thought, background, and experience that each person brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all genders, cultures, languages, abilities, and life experiences. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. Applications to remain current for 12 months. Occupational group Management Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Government team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Engaging with agencies ️ Leading advice and assurance activities Preparing strategic advice and reports Key Strengths Stakeholder management and collaboration Strategic and critical thinking ✅ Governance and risk management ⏳ Time management and leadership Driving accountability and outcomes Continuous improvement A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Government not with Hatch.