Permanent full time appointment, based at either Broome, Karratha or South Hedland Campuses.
North Regional TAFE are seeking a highly experienced and strategic finance leader to join our Corporate Executive team as the Director Finance (CFO).
This is a rare opportunity to influence whole-of-organisation performance while living and working in one of Australia’s most unique and rewarding regions.
Reporting to the Executive Director Corporate and Organisational Services, the Director Finance is responsible for the strategic leadership of governance, planning and reporting on all financial matters related to College performance.
As the Director Finance, you will be responsible for providing high-level financial and strategic advice to the Managing Director, Corporate Executive and Governing Council. You will drive organisational performance through robust financial planning, reporting and analysis and ensure compliance with statutory requirements including the Financial Management Act, Treasurer’s Instructions and public sector frameworks. You will lead service improvement and innovation to support a sustainable, high-performing organisation.
We are looking for strategic thinkers who have the ability to navigate complexity and risk, while collaborating and engaging with stakeholders across diverse environments.
About Us
North Regional TAFE (NR TAFE) is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing communities and industries across a region exceeding one million square kilometres.
NR TAFE has 11 campuses, from Wyndham in the north to Newman in the south, with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, Karratha and Pundulmurra (South Hedland).
Our values reflect how we work to meet our purpose in creating opportunities through great learning experience.
We are driven by our passion for education, delivering more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location.
NR TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.
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Find out more by visiting our website: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
What we offer:
At NR TAFE, you can have a challenging and rewarding career. In exchange for your skills, passion and commitment, we offer a range of benefits including:
- Subsidised Housing with rent from $264 - $532 weekly depending on the category of the property.
- Relocation allowance between the ranges of $6,500 and $8,500 depending on locality, if relocating from another region within Western Australia.
- District Allowance from $7,436 - $18,898 per annum.
- Generous travel subsidy from $1,885 for yourself and your dependents plus additional travelling time each year.
- Air-conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.
- Five weeks paid leave and the option to accrue an additional two weeks leave each year by working a 39-hour week.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Up to five days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Islanders.
- Tax reducing salary-packaging options.
- Employer Superannuation Contribution of 12%.
- Access to NR TAFE’s corporate uniform.
- Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
- Subsidised annual influenza vaccination.
Want to know more?
Please contact Scott Ryan, A/Executive Director Corporate & Organisational Services on 0429 516 447 or email Scott.Ryan@nrtafe.wa.edu.au
How to Apply
Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A written application addressing the first four selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form. (in no more than 2 pages)
Advertised Reference Number: NRG031.26S
Please ensure your application documents are complete and ready for upload, prior to clicking on the Apply for Job button.
If you are experiencing any difficulties applying, please contact Establishment & Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.
Other Conditions and Eligibility
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment Australian Citizenship, relevant visa or permanent residency is required.
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next 12 months.
An executive search may also be conducted as part of this recruitment process to supplement the field of applicants.
Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Monday, 25 May 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).
