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? DRIVING TOOWOOMBA’S OLYMPIC OPPORTUNITIES

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games present a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the future of the Toowoomba Region.

Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking an exceptional strategic leader to drive the development and delivery of initiatives that will create meaningful, long-term economic and region building outcomes.

As the Program Lead Impact and Legacy, you will lead strategic advocacy, partnerships, relationships, and cross-organisational coordination to ensure the Toowoomba Region is positioned to maximise the opportunities arising from Brisbane 2032 — creating a legacy that will benefit generations to come.

If you are passionate about regional growth, influential leadership, managing complex work programs, and delivering transformational outcomes, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

? About You

You are a strategic and forward-thinking leader who thrives on turning ambitious visions into practical, measurable outcomes.

You bring:

✨ Exceptional stakeholder engagement and advocacy skills
✨ Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary initiatives
✨ Strong strategic planning, governance and reporting capability
✨ The ability to influence decision-makers and build trusted partnerships
✨ A passion for regional development and community impact
✨ Commercial, political and analytical acumen
✨ A collaborative leadership style focused on innovation and sustainability

You are confident preparing high-level briefings, business cases and strategic recommendations, while maintaining a strong focus on project management and delivering measurable benefits.

Most importantly, you are motivated by the opportunity to help shape the long-term legacy of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games for the Toowoomba Region.

? About the Position

? What We Offer

? 3-year fixed term full-time opportunity based in the Toowoomba CBD




? Salary negotiable based on skills
? + up to 12.65% superannuation

⚖️ Work-Life Balance & Benefits

? 72.5-hour fortnight with access to banked leave
? Development, leadership and management training opportunities
? Salary sacrificing and salary packaging options
? Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance
? Active social club – TRC Employees’ Association
?️ Access to the Fitness Passport Program
? Employee Assistance Program for employees and families
? Progressive health and wellbeing initiatives
? Work in a safety-conscious organisation — home safe every day

? How to Be Successful in This Position

You will bring:
✔️ Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Management, Economic Development or a related discipline
✔️ Substantial management-level experience
✔️ Demonstrated strategic leadership across complex environments
✔️ Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives
✔️ Strong stakeholder engagement, collaboration and advocacy capability
✔️ Expertise in strategic planning, governance and communication
✔️ Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
✔️ Experience delivering strategic projects and advocacy programs across government, industry and community sectors
✔️ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
✔️ A robust commitment to Honesty, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork, Safety and Wellbeing

Post-graduate qualifications in Project Management, Local Government, Business or Leadership will be highly regarded.

? How to Apply





For full details of this position, please download the Position Description.

To apply, please submit:

? Your current Resume
? A maximum 2-page document addressing each Position Success Criterion listed in the Position Description, including examples of your relevant experience and achievements.

? Tip: Tell us what you did, how you did it, and the outcome achieved.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and pre-employment medical assessment.

? Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Sal Petroccitto, Chief Executive Officer on ? (07) 4688 6*** (business hours)

⏰ Applications Close

Tuesday 2 June 2026 at 11:59pm

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

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📌 Program Lead Impact and Legacy Brisbane 2032 (Toowoomba)
🏢 Toowoomba Regional Council
📍 Toowoomba