Manager-Industry and Commercial Development

Gladstone Engineering Alliance (GEA) is seeking a senior industry-facing professional to strengthen our relationships across the Central Queensland industrial economy.This is a highly visible and practical role. You will spend significant time engaging directly with GEA members, major industrial operators, project proponents, contractors, government and other regional stakeholders.We are looking for someone who understands how industry and businesses operate, can build trusted relationships across SMEs and major organisations, and can turn industry needs and opportunities into practical outcomes.The role will be responsible for developing strong working relationships across the region, maintaining a grounded understanding of industry activity and emerging issues, supporting practical coordination between stakeholders, and identifying and progressing commercial opportunities for GEA.You will build and manage a qualified commercial pipeline, develop propositions in response to genuine industry needs and contribute to the development and testing of new GEA offerings.The role will suit someone with significant experience in industry, major projects, industrial supply chains, business development or a related commercial environment. Experience across resources, energy, manufacturing, engineering, construction or infrastructure will be highly regarded.You will need strong commercial judgement, demonstrated relationship-building capability, an ability to work across different levels of industry and government, and the initiative to operate effectively within a small team.You do not need to come from an industry association background. What matters is industry credibility, commercial capability, strong follow-through and a willingness to be out in the field engaging directly with businesses and stakeholders.