Digital Infrastructure Lead

Posting Date: 17 Feb 2026

Type of Position: Fixed Term

Location: 

Rockhampton, QLD, AU

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 30.06.2029), Full-Time
• Digital Services Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton* (Relocation support available)
• Attractive Remuneration Package

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Lead ICT Infrastructure Delivery for a Connected, Future‑Focused University.

As part of the Digital Services Directorate, the Enterprise Client Services business unit delivers critical ICT infrastructure and services that enable CQUniversity’s operations and long-term strategic vision.

We are seeking a confident and capable individual to provide leadership across a portfolio of ICT infrastructure initiatives. In this role, you will act as the single point of accountability for assigned projects, providing clear direction, governance oversight, and leadership to project teams and stakeholders across the University.

A key feature of this role is partnering closely with the Facilities Management Directorate, contributing to integrated infrastructure initiatives that support CQUniversity’s Campus of the Future vision. You will bring strong stakeholder engagement skills, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach to balancing technical requirements, risk, compliance, and business outcomes.

Join a collaborative, future-focused environment where your expertise supports innovation, service excellence, and meaningful outcomes for students and staff.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Flexible and inclusive work / life balance.
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Postgraduate qualifications (or progress toward them) combined with extensive relevant experience; or extensive project management experience; or an equivalent mix of relevant experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated experience delivering ICT infrastructure projects, including contract administration and procurement, with proven ability to manage small to medium ICT projects across the full lifecycle.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with strong judgement and problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work effectively under pressure to meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to prepare project plans, RFQs and documentation, apply sound judgement to resolve issues, and maintain performance under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Project Management certifications) (Desirable).

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Internal Position Title: Digital Infrastructure Lead - Future Campuses

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday, 3 March 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7033

Contact Details: 

Jessica Lees

(07) 4923 2014

J.Lees@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

* A condition of employment for this role is relocation to the Rockhampton region (relocation support available). Please confirm your willingness to relocate in your application.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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