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Location
Brisbane QLD
Benefits
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About Us
Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic, and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic, and international services.
Job Description
Challenge yourself in a leadership role where you will drive operational and people centric outcomes that contribute significantly to the Qantas Ground Services strategy
Together we will achieve results in a highly regulated environment
Full-time permanent position based at Brisbane Airport
At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for our spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. We’re resilient and strong, and we work hard to keep things moving. We firmly believe that the sky is the limit. Demonstrate the right skill and attitude and we’ll place an incredible amount of trust in you to move on to bigger and better things.
Qantas Ground Services (QGS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas Airways and we’re responsible for providing ground handling and freight services to the Qantas Group.
As the Performance Manager you will be responsible in leading and inspiring a team of Ground Staff in achieving the QGS operational and business objectives in both Brisbane and Darwin. This role is pivotal in driving team performance, engagement, and development, while overseeing day-of-operations escalations and ensuring regulatory compliance.
You’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of employee performance, including attendance, fitness for work, and disciplinary matters, fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce. With a strong focus on communication and capability development, you’ll support individuals and teams to meet performance criteria and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
To be successful in this role you will have:
4+ years’ experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams, with strong leadership in a ‘just culture’ environment
Exceptional communication, engaging effectively with stakeholders, peers, and frontline staff
Proven case management and employee performance oversight, including disciplinary, attendance, and fitness-for-work matters
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, using data to drive decisions and facilitate outcomes
Highly organised and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and motivate others under pressure
Sound judgment, discretion, and integrity, with a commitment to confidentiality and coaching others
Why Qantas?
If you’re successful in your application, you’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time.
You’ll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and additional purchased leave options.
We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment.
We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether its salary packaging for motor vehicles or electronic devices, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
We love to travel: Enjoy discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.
Advertising closes: Sunday 10 August, 2026
Brisbane QLD
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Company Description
About Us
Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic, and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic, and international services.
Job Description
Challenge yourself in a leadership role where you will drive operational and people centric outcomes that contribute significantly to the Qantas Ground Services strategy
Together we will achieve results in a highly regulated environment
Full-time permanent position based at Brisbane Airport
At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for our spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. We’re resilient and strong, and we work hard to keep things moving. We firmly believe that the sky is the limit. Demonstrate the right skill and attitude and we’ll place an incredible amount of trust in you to move on to bigger and better things.
Qantas Ground Services (QGS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas Airways and we’re responsible for providing ground handling and freight services to the Qantas Group.
As the Performance Manager you will be responsible in leading and inspiring a team of Ground Staff in achieving the QGS operational and business objectives in both Brisbane and Darwin. This role is pivotal in driving team performance, engagement, and development, while overseeing day-of-operations escalations and ensuring regulatory compliance.
You’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of employee performance, including attendance, fitness for work, and disciplinary matters, fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce. With a strong focus on communication and capability development, you’ll support individuals and teams to meet performance criteria and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
To be successful in this role you will have:
4+ years’ experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams, with strong leadership in a ‘just culture’ environment
Exceptional communication, engaging effectively with stakeholders, peers, and frontline staff
Proven case management and employee performance oversight, including disciplinary, attendance, and fitness-for-work matters
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, using data to drive decisions and facilitate outcomes
Highly organised and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and motivate others under pressure
Sound judgment, discretion, and integrity, with a commitment to confidentiality and coaching others
Why Qantas?
If you’re successful in your application, you’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time.
You’ll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and additional purchased leave options.
We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment.
We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether its salary packaging for motor vehicles or electronic devices, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
We love to travel: Enjoy discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.
Advertising closes: Sunday 10 August, 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager, Performance position is now open for candidates interested in the MIS Executive sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in MIS Executive is a plus.
