EL1 Assistant Director Quality

Randstad is seeking a skilled and accomplished EL1 Assistant Director of Quality with exceptional attention to detail and proven expertise in their field. Essential to this role is the ability to build and sustain strong stakeholder relationships. Join a collaborative department looking for an enthusiastic leader who thrives on challenges and is dedicated to driving high-quality outcomes across the federal government sector.

About your new role

Operating under broad direction, the EL1 Assistant Director Quality exercises substantial independence and professional judgment to manage operational risk, implement innovative business improvements and ensure program sustainability in a dynamic environment. Beyond managing team workflows and resource allocation, the role focuses heavily on elevating capability, decision correctness and career development through active coaching and performance feedback. It requires strong stakeholder engagement, advocacy and negotiation skills to build collaborative relationships and represent operational functions.

What you will need to exceed

• Strong ability to interpret and apply complex statutory, regulatory, and policy frameworks to ensure compliance and robust decision-making.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong data analysis skills to maintain systems, analyze trends, assess risk, and drive data-informed decisions.
• High-level relationship management skills with a strong degree of persuasion, negotiation, and collaboration capabilities
• Proven capability to direct and manage teams, set priorities, manage workflows, and build capability through best-practice coaching models.
• Expertise in delivering comprehensive, technical, and high-level advice on complex quality assurance and operational issues.
• Ability to exercise originality, foster innovation, and lead business improvement and change management initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Must have

• Must be an Australian Citizen

Desirable

• Experience in working for government

Next steps

If you are a QA expert with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and transformative change, we invite you to apply and be part of this inspiring journey.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.