Description:
About the Role
With over 10,000 members, Master Builders is the peak employer association for the building and construction industry, representing some of Australia’s largest and most successful builders and trade contractors .
As CEO, you’ll drive our strategic agenda, represent the industry, and ensure our organisation remains sustainable, respected and member‑focused. You’ll work closely with the Board, lead a capable team, and shape the culture, performance and influence of the organisation.
What it looks like
With over 130 staff spanning nine offices across southeast and regional Queensland, we’re seeking an energetic and influential CEO to drive strategy, elevate our industry voice and lead a high performing team.
Reporting directly to the Board you will use your collaborative leadership style to work with the leadership team on executing our strategic plan, ensuring we continue to operate both a financially viable and sustainable business model that satisfies the interests and needs of our members.
You will ensure we are leveraging our networks across industry and government to influence and advocate for positive change, allowing us to respond to and navigate the complex pressures our industry will continue to face.
The skills you’ll bring
The ability to engage with industry, government and media are critical to your success in this role. You will have a natural and collaborative leadership style with a flair for high-level strategic thinking and commercial acumen. You will be able to demonstrate:
- Proven senior leadership experience with strategic, commercial and cultural impact
- Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience providing effective leadership in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to learn subject matter and retain information rapidly
- Existing relationships with industry stakeholders, Governments and other decision-makers
- Understanding of regulatory bodies and the legislative framework that the industry operates within
- Ability to identify and communicate balanced and measured policy proposals
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
While not essential, an appreciation of a not-for-profit business model and awareness of the nuances of a member-based association will be highly regarded.
Ready to lead the team? Please forward a detailed resume with a covering letter outlining why your appointment will help Master Builders build upon its existing success.
Applications Close: 9 th March 2026