$100,000 - $110,000 a year
Permanent
Hybrid
A progressive Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking an experienced Manager Wellbeing & Early Education to lead a diverse portfolio of community wellbeing, early childhood and social support programs.
Based in Cairns, this unique FIFO opportunity offers the best of both worlds. You'll work one week from a dedicated Cairns office followed by one week in community, with all approved travel, accommodation and office facilities provided. This arrangement is expected to continue for approximately six months while additional staff housing is completed.
Reporting to the Executive Manager Community Services, you will provide leadership across a range of community programs while building strong relationships with staff, service providers and community stakeholders to improve wellbeing outcomes.
What's On Offer
$100K – $110K base salary + superannuation
Cairns-based FIFO
Tax-free FIFO travel allowance
All approved travel to and from community provided
Accommodation provided whilst working in community
Dedicated office facilities in both Cairns and the community
Supportive leadership team with genuine prospect to make a community impact
About the Role
You will lead a multidisciplinary portfolio delivering community wellbeing and early education initiatives that support positive social outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading a diverse portfolio including women's wellbeing, aged care, men's programs,



playgroup and early education initiatives
Supporting continuous improvement across community programs and service delivery
Managing staff performance, mentoring and team development
Developing operational plans, budgets and performance reporting
Building strong partnerships with government agencies, health providers and community organisations
Monitoring program performance, funding agreements and compliance requirements
Supporting grant opportunities and service development initiatives
Promoting culturally appropriate and community-led service delivery
Ensuring services operate safely and in accordance with relevant legislation and quality standards
About You
You are a compassionate and capable leader who enjoys developing teams and delivering programs that make a genuine difference within regional and remote communities.
You will bring:
Qualifications in Community Services, Social Work, Human Services, Management or a related
Demonstrated leadership experience within community, health, wellbeing or early childhood
Strong people management and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience managing programs, budgets and reporting requirements
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities
Understanding of culturally appropriate service delivery and community engagement
Current Driver Licence, Blue Card, First Aid Certificate and Police Check (or ability to obtain)
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📌 Manager Wellbeing & Early Education (Queensland)
🏢 Precruitment - Recruitment Agency Cairns & Brisbane
📍 Queensland