Advance your career, enjoy an idyllic lifestyle, and make a difference in one of Queensland's most dynamic regions.

CHDC's Business Development Coordinator focuses on grass-roots business and industry engagement across the Central Highlands.

• $110,000 - $130,000 per annum

• 5 weeks annual leave

• 12% super; phone and laptop allowances; salary sacrifice available

The successful applicant will be based at Emerald, a large inland town with excellent infrastructure, a thriving social scene, and on the doorstep to pristine natural attractions.

This is one of three career-boosting vacancies that has opened at CHDC. Click through to our company profile to explore the other opportunities.

NOTE: It’s important that you review the detailed Position Description (PD) before applying. Contact CHDC CEO Peter Dowling on ••••@chdc.com.au to request a copy of the PD. Applications that have not referred to the PD will not be considered.

About the role

Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) is the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands, Queensland.

CHDC's full-time Business Development Coordinator (BDC), working in tandem with a second BDC, builds trusted, on-the-ground relationships with small and medium-sized businesses and priority industry sectors to gather regional intelligence, monitor economic conditions, identify supply chain capability and opportunities, and manage partnership relationships.

Duties/Key Responsibilities

• Industry Development & Strategic Projects: Deliver initiatives, programs and events that strengthen local industry, support business growth and advance regional economic development outcomes.
• Supply Chain Development & Local Participation: Identify procurement opportunities, build local supplier capability and strengthen connections between major projects and regional businesses.
• Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain productive relationships with industry, government, education providers, major employers and other key stakeholders.
• Regional Intelligence & Opportunity Analysis: Monitor regional trends, identify emerging opportunities and provide insights that support business, investment and workforce development.
• Communications & Reporting: Prepare high-quality reports, stakeholder communications and promotional material to support project delivery and strategic objectives.
• Team & Culture: Contribute to a positive workplace culture and represent CHDC with professionalism, integrity and collaboration.

Skills and Experience

• Qualifications and/or experience in business, economic, regional or community development, or a related field.
• Experience working with small to medium-sized businesses and industry stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of regional economies and business growth opportunities.
• Proven stakeholder engagement, partnership-building and relationship management skills.
• Strong communication, organisational and Microsoft 365 skills.
• Current driver's licence.

Benefits

• $110,000 - $130,000 per annum

• 5 weeks annual leave

• 12% superannuation, phone and laptop allowances, and salary sacrifice options

• Diverse projects and opportunities to expand your skills, experience and professional network

• A supportive and dynamic organisation with flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities

To Apply: Please do not use the ‘Quick Apply’ button before reading this section.

It is important that you request a copy of the Position Description (PD) before applying. Contact CHDC CEO Peter Dowling on ••••@chdc.com.au to request a copy.

Please submit your resumé and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience according to the PD.

Applications that have not referred to the PD will not be considered.

Applications close at 11:59pm (AEST) on Sunday 20 September 2026.