Green Leaves Early Learning – Murarrie QLDAt Green Leaves Early Learning, we're growing – with 70 purpose-built Centres across Australia and more on the way.
We're dedicated to creating premium environments where children, families and our Team Members thrive, with our Commitment to Child Safety at the forefront of everything we do.As we continue to grow our national network, we're looking for an experiencedStart-Up Managerto lead the journey of bringing our newest Green Leaves Centres to life.This is a rare opportunity to step into an established role with a strong legacy and play a key part in the next chapter of Green Leaves' national growth.Working from our national Support Office in Murarrie, Brisbane, the role spans regulatory approvals, recent Centre development, project coordination, procurement, and physical Centre setup.
From reviewing plans during construction through to creating beautiful learning environments and preparing for Service Approval, you'll play a critical role in ensuring every new Green Leaves Centre is ready to open its doors.Your ImpactManage Service Approval applications and regulatory requirements for new Centres, including correspondence, requests for further information and pre-service approval assessment visitsCoordinate relevant food business registrations and applications with local councilsReview architectural, building, landscape, and Centre floor plans to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with Green Leaves specificationsAttend sites throughout construction to identify potential regulatory or operational issues and ensure our specifications are being deliveredPartner with architects, builders, playground designers, developers, project managers, and regulatory authorities throughout each new Centre developmentOwn and maintain new Centre start-up schedules, milestones, and reporting, ensuring stakeholders across the business remain informed and alignedCoordinate the procurement, delivery and installation of furniture, educational resources, equipment,



and operational requirements within allocated budgetsDesign and bring to life beautiful, safe, inclusive, and engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and Green Leaves philosophyLead the physical setup and commissioning of each new Centre, ensuring rooms and operational spaces are fully staged, safe, and ready for regulatory inspectionPartner closely with our Operations, Talent Acquisition, Construction and Support Office teams to support a seamless journey towards openingComplete the start-up handover to Operations, ensuring each new Centre is ready to transition successfully into day-to-day operationsTravel nationally to our new Centre locations throughout the development and start-up process.What You'll BringYou'll be someone who loves seeing a project come together and can move confidently between the detail of regulatory requirements and the practical reality of getting a new Centre ready to open.You'll bring:5+ years' experience in early childhood management, operations, or the set up and opening of new early childhood servicesStrong, practical knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and National Quality FrameworkExceptional project management and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects, stakeholders, deadlines, and competing prioritiesStrong attention to detail and an ability to identify risks, solve problems and keep projects movingConfidence working collaboratively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholdersThe ability to work autonomously,



take ownership and execute complex projects with minimal supervisionA genuine eye for creating high-quality, engaging and functional early learning environmentsFlexibility and capacity to undertake frequent national travelA Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field will be highly regarded.The Green DifferenceWe believe great people deserve to feel valued, supported and inspired every day.
When you join Green Leaves, you'll enjoy:Being part of a high-performing ECEC provider built on years of sector knowledge, innovation, and successA progressive and forward-thinking organisation that is growing rapidly and committed to excellenceA respectful and supportive culture where you're recognised as a valued contributorThe opportunity to have a tangible impact on our growth and help shape the next generation of Green Leaves CentresProfessional development opportunities, with ongoing learning and support to help you growA competitive salary package based on your skills and experience, with weekly paysChildcare discount and access to exclusive lifestyle, retail and wellness discounts and programsAccess to our comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives, including our Annual Wellness WeekThe opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative Support Office, Operations and Senior Leadership team.Whether you're making your move or finding your place, discover the Green Leaves difference and apply today.Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and respectful environments for children, families, and Team Members.
Child safety and wellbeing are at the heart of our organisation, and all team members share responsibility for upholding our commitment to safeguarding children.Please note:This role is based at our Support Office in Murarrie, Brisbane and requires frequent interstate travel to support new Centre developments across Australia.
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📌 National Start-Up Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Green Leaves Early Learning
📍 Brisbane