CEQ is an equal employment opportunity employer. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply.
- Assistant Store Management Couple
- Store Management Couple
- Store Management Couple – Mitre 10
- Store Nutritionist
- EOI – Store Management Roles – Remote Communities
- Shop Assistants – Applications Welcome
- Store Management Couple – Applications Welcome
- Community Enterprise and Stakeholder Engagement Manager (Identified)
- Store Supervisor – Applications Welcome
Assistant Store Management Couple
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Assistant Store Management Couple- Lockhart.
As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.
It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.
Summary
The Assistant Store Management Couple is responsible for providing effective and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of the store business, ensuring financial viability of the store, adequate employment levels, effective merchandising, compliance with all legislative and company policies and procedures, and adherence to operational budgets under the guidance of the Regional Manager Operations.
Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland, and the Torres Strait Islands, the Management Couple will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and play an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.
We are currently looking for a store management couple (2 Assistant Store Managers) to work out of our Lockhart store.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold or be working towards a Certificate III in Retail
- Food Safety Certificate is desirable but not essential
- Forklift License
- Previous experience working in a similar role within a remote retail environment or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential
- Previous experience working in a large and complex business desirable but not essential
Software & Systems Experience
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using time-sheeting systems such as Humanforce or other similar systems preferred
- Basic to intermediate level of competency using stock ordering/inventory systems
Team
- Work as part of the store, within the Operations team, and provide support to the Regional Manager as reasonably required
- Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity, and the success of CEQ
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members
Digital
- Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the General Manager – Operations
Key Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervise the financial operations of the store, including sales figures, end-of-day registers and safe reconciliation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write-offs, markdowns, refunds, pricing, as per CEQ policies and procedures
- Lead and manage employees in the business units in accordance with contemporary human resource principles, including mentoring assistant store managers in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, WH&S, policy and procedure, and industrial instruments
- Ensure a high level of customer service is maintained
- Manage wages within budget
- Develop and implement employee rosters
- Monitor store merchandising and store specials effectiveness in conjunction with the Regional Manager Operations and Buying Department
- Maintain store equipment and appliances, which may include after-hours call-outs for refrigeration or break-ins
- Monitor store presentation in conjunction with the Regional Manager
- Manage all stocktakes within time frames and in accordance with CEQ Policy and Procedure
- Assist with quarterly written assessment of the business units
- Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace
- Other duties as directed by the Regional Manager. Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership in Operations or the CEO
Essential Requirements
- Experience with shrinkages, data entry, write-offs, markdowns, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers, overrides, and daily cash balances as per CEQ policies and procedures
- Experience in supervising employees in accordance with contemporary human resource principles, including mentoring employees in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, and WH&S
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement employee rosters and assist the store manager to maximise employment resources
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to assist with stocktakes
- Demonstrated ability to manage the operations of a store and equipment in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code
- Ability to monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment
- Current Criminal History check (no more than 3 months old)
Annual Performance Partnership
CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion that relates to KPIs aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.
The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ values and achieved their professional goals set for the year.
Our Company
CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA), and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 31 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
Our Culture
CEQ promotes an honest, progressive, collaborative, respectful, and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, fostering diversity and growth within the workforce.
Applications Welcome
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply by attaching a copy of your resume and cover letter. Applications close 28 June 2026, however we reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.
Store Management Couple – Doomadgee
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Store Management Couple – Doomadgee.
As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.
It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.
Summary
The Store Management Couple is responsible for providing effective and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of the store business, ensuring financial viability of the store, adequate employment levels, effective merchandising, compliance with all legislative and company policies and procedures, and adherence to operational budgets under the guidance of the Regional Manager Operations.
Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland, and the Torres Strait Islands, the Management Couple will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and play an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.
We are currently looking for a store management couple (Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager) to work out of our Doomadgee store.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold or be working towards a Certificate III in Retail
- Food Safety Certificate is desirable but not essential
- Forklift License
- Previous experience working in a similar role within a remote retail environment or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential
- Previous experience working in a large and complex business desirable but not essential
Software & Systems Experience
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using time-sheeting systems such as Humanforce or other similar systems preferred
- Basic to intermediate level of competency using stock ordering/inventory systems
Team
- Work as part of the store, within the Operations team, and provide support to the Regional Manager as reasonably required
- Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity, and the success of CEQ
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members
Digital
- Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the General Manager – Operations
Key Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervise the financial operations of the store, including sales figures, end-of-day registers and safe reconciliation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write-offs, markdowns, refunds, pricing, as per CEQ policies and procedures
- Lead and manage employees in the business units in accordance with contemporary human resource principles, including mentoring assistant store managers in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, WH&S, policy and procedure, and industrial instruments
- Ensure a high level of customer service is maintained
- Manage wages within budget
- Develop and implement employee rosters
- Monitor store merchandising and store specials effectiveness in conjunction with the Regional Manager Operations and Buying Department
- Maintain store equipment and appliances, which may include after-hours call-outs for refrigeration or break-ins
- Monitor store presentation in conjunction with the Regional Manager
- Manage all stocktakes within time frames and in accordance with CEQ Policy and Procedure
- Assist with quarterly written assessment of the business units
- Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace
- Other duties as directed by the Regional Manager. Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership in Operations or the CEO
Essential Requirements
- Experience with shrinkages, data entry, write-offs, markdowns, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers, overrides, and daily cash balances as per CEQ policies and procedures
- Experience in supervising employees in accordance with contemporary human resource principles, including mentoring employees in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, and WH&S
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement employee rosters and assist the store manager to maximise employment resources
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to assist with stocktakes
- Demonstrated ability to manage the operations of a store and equipment in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code
- Ability to monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment
- Current Criminal History check (no more than 3 months old)
Annual Performance Partnership
CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion that relates to KPIs aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.
The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ values and achieved their professional goals set for the year.
Our Company
CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA), and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 31 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
Our Culture
CEQ promotes an honest, progressive, collaborative, respectful, and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, fostering diversity and growth within the workforce.
Applications Welcome
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply by attaching a copy of your resume and cover letter. Applications close 28 June 2026, however we reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.
Store Management Couple – Mitre 10
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Store Management Couple – Waibene Mitre 10.
As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journey, apply for this role.
Summary
The Store Management Couple is responsible for providing effective and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of the store business, ensuring financial viability of the store, adequate employment levels, effective merchandising, compliance with all legislative and company policies and procedures, and adherence to operational budgets under the guidance of the Regional Manager Operations.
Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland, and the Torres Strait Islands, the Management Couple will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and play an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.
We are currently looking for a store management couple (Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager) to work out of our Waibene Mitre 10 store in Thursday Island.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold or be working towards a Certificate III in Retail
- MR Truck License
- Forklift License
- Previous experience working in a similar role within a remote trade retail environment or hardware store environment is essential
- Previous experience working in a large and complex business desirable but not essential
Software & Systems Experience
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using time-sheeting systems such as Humanforce or other similar systems preferred
- Basic to intermediate level of competency using Stock ordering/Inventory systems such as Sympac or other similar systems preferred.
Team
- Work as part of the Waibene Mitre 10 Store, within the Operations team, and provide support to the Regional Manager as reasonably required
- Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity, and the success of CEQ
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members
Digital
- Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the General Manager – Operations
Key Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervise the financial operations of the store, including sales figures, end-of-day registers and safe reconciliation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write-offs, markdowns, refunds, pricing, as per CEQ policies and procedures
- Lead and manage employees in the business units in accordance with contemporary human resource principles, including mentoring assistant store managers in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, WH&S, policy and procedure, and industrial instruments
- Ensure a high level of customer service is maintained
- Manage wages within budget
- Develop and implement employee rosters
- Monitor store merchandising and store specials effectiveness in conjunction with the Regional Manager Operations and Buying Department
- Maintain store equipment and appliances, which may include after-hours call-outs for refrigeration or break-ins
- Monitor store presentation in conjunction with the Regional Manager
- Manage all stocktakes within time frames and in accordance with CEQ Policy and Procedure
- Assist with quarterly written assessment of the business units
- Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace
- Other duties as directed by the Regional Manager. Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership in Operations or the CEO
Essential Requirements
- Experience with shrinkages, data entry, write-offs, markdowns, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers, overrides, and daily cash balances as per CEQ policies and procedures
- Experience in supervising employees in accordance with contemporary human resource principles, including mentoring employees in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, and WH&S
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement employee rosters and assist the store manager to maximise employment resources
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to assist with stocktakes
- Demonstrated ability to manage the operations of a store and equipment in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code
- Ability to monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment
- Current Criminal History check (no more than 3 months old)
Annual Performance Partnership
CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion that relates to KPIs aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.
The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ values and achieved their professional goals set for the year.
Our Company
CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA), and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 31 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
Our Culture
CEQ promotes an honest, progressive, collaborative, respectful, and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, fostering diversity and growth within the workforce.
Applications Welcome
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply by attaching a copy of your resume and cover letter. Applications close 9th July 2026, however we reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.
Store Nutritionist
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks a dedicated individual to fill the pivotal role of Store Nutritionist.
As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.
It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.
Summary
Are you ready for a travelling role where you can have a tangible impact on public health nutrition outcomes and work alongside First Nations remote communities?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) is seeking a passionate Store Nutritionist to join our Nutrition & Health team. Based in Cairns, this unique role offers the opportunity to travel regularly to the Torres Strait Islands and remote mainland communities across North Queensland, working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander team members and community to create healthier food environments.
You’ll play a key role in the exciting new First Nations Nutrition Workforce Program, funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), to develop and deliver healthy retail strategies to support healthier food environment in community stores.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include (other duties may be assigned):
- Travel to remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in North Queensland to operationalise the Nutrition and Health Strategy 2023–2027.
- Deliver targeted nutrition training to First Nations team members employed in the Good Food People (GFP) program.
- Mentor First Nations GFP trainees.
- Conduct regular assessments of healthy store environments.
- Provide practical, expert advice on nutrition.
- Prepare reports and monitor key performance indicators relevant to the Nutrition & Health Strategy 2023-2027 and Nutrition Workforce Program.
- Collaborate with other CEQ departments and team members to build nutrition capacity and support nutrition policy compliance in order to deliver healthy changes to food range, store layout, planograms, promotions, and ready-to-eat food.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with community agencies, local health organisations, and nutrition teams to promote healthier choices.
- Support the implementation and evaluation of the CEQ Healthy Ways health promotion campaign and local in‑store promotions, including cooking demonstrations, taste‑testing, and the development of menus and recipes that use readily available products.
- Develop digital communication and health promotion materials to support healthy messaging.
- Work collaboratively within the nutrition team and provide peer support to the First Nations Nutrition Cadet and other team members.
- Monitor workplace health and safety to ensure staff safety and a safe working environment.
- Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership in the Office of CEO.
Essential Requirements
- A degree in Nutrition Science and/or Dietetics (mandatory).
- Experience in public health nutrition, ideally with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Strong communication skills across diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment.
- Passion for mentoring and building capacity in others
- Willingness to travel and work in remote communities.
- Current Criminal History check (no more than 3 months old).
Desirable Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualifications in Public Health, experience in remote regions, training roles, or retail/food service.
Annual Performance Partnership
CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.
The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.
Our Culture
CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.
Our key benefits:
- 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
- Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
- Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
- Opportunity for career growth
- Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.
Applications Welcome
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.
To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. Applications close 11 July 2026. We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.
EOI – Store Management Roles – Remote Communities
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?
Positions of Interest
We’re continually seeking skilled individuals in the following areas:
- Store Manager
- Assistant Store Manager
- Store Supervisor
- Relief Store Managers
- Shop Assistant
Skills and Experience
The ideal candidates will have
- Willingness to work in remote areas
- Previous experience in a retail environment at a Store Manager / senior supervisory level preferably in remote and isolated locations
- Previous experience in roles involving stock control and ordering
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using POS system (preferably SmartRetail or Grocery Manager),Rostering Systems (preferably Human force).
Benefits of joining CEQ
- Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
- Free Private Accommodation, with Electricity and all Utility bills covered.
- Opportunity to travel across remote Aboriginal communities , Northern Peninsula Area, and Torres Strait.
- 5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
- Opportunity for career and personal development with company sponsored qualifications and certifications.
- Attractive Salary and travel benefits
Our Culture
CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.
Applications Welcome
If you believe you have the skills, experience, and passion to contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your expression of interest along with your resume and cover letter to our recruitment team.
For further information pertaining to any of the above positions of interest, please email people@ceqld.org.au or call 07 4050 4385.
Shop Assistants –
Community Enterprise Queensland
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) is the leading supermarket chain in North Queensland communities. CEQ operates 30 outlets throughout North Queensland and are currently seeking an enthusiastic causal Store Supervisor who is looking for a retail experience in a remote community where they will learn another culture. The position is based at Napranum.
About the role
The Shop Assistant is responsible for assisting the Supermarket Manager to achieve efficient and profitable operation for the supermarket.
What you’ll need to be considered
Essential:
- Assist the store manager in the operations of the designated departments including customer service and store presentation as per CEQ policies and procedures.
- Assist with stock takes.
- Maintain stock levels on shelves.
- Assist the store manager maintain a clean and tidy store.
- Ensure store operations and equipment are in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code.
- Ensure high level customer service is maintained.
- Conduct store opening and closing procedures if required.
- Work in a team environment.
- Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
Your new company
CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 29 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
Our Culture
To provide goods and services that keep remote communities healthy and sustainable. CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.
Our key benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Opportunity for career growth
- Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
Applications Welcome
If you are interested in joining our team, we welcome all applications
Check out our Current Seek Listings here
Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.
Store Management Couple –
Applications Welcome
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks a dedicated individual/s to fill the pivotal role of Store Management couple.
As critical team members, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 30 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journey, apply for this role.
About the role
The Management couple is to provide effective and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of the Remote Store business, ensuring financial viability of the store, adequate employing levels, effective merchandising, compliance with all legislative and company policies and procedures and adherence to operational budgets under the guidance of the Regional Manager Operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise the financial operations of Remote Store, including sales figures, end of day registers and safe reconciliation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write offs, mark down, refunds, pricing, as per CEO policies and procedures.
- Lead and manage employee in the business units in accordance with contemporary human resource principles including mentoring assistant store managers in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, WH&S, policy and procedure and industrial instrument.
- Ensure high level of customer service is maintained.
- Manage wages within budget.
- Develop and implement employee rosters.
- Monitor store merchandising and store specials effectiveness in conjunction with the Regional Manager Operations and Buying Department.
- Manage equipment.
- Monitor store presentation in conjunction with the Regional Manager.
- Manage all stocktakes within time frames and in accordance with CEO Policy and Procedure.
- Assist with quarterly written assessment of the business units.
- Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
- Other duties as directed by the Regional Manager.
Competency
- To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
- Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments.
- Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality.
- High level written and oral communication skills.
- Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Cost Consciousness – Conserves organisational resources.
- Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments.
- Organisational Support – Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
- Planning/Organizing- Prioritises and plans work activities.
- Dependability – Keeps commitments.
Essential Requirements
- Experience with shrinkages, data entry, write offs, mark downs, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers, overrides, and daily cash balances as per CEQ policies and procedures.
- Experience in supervising employees in accordance with contemporary human resource principles including mentoring employees in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management and WH&S.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement employee rosters and assist the store manager to maximise employing resources.
- Excellent customer service.
- Ability to assist with stock takes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the operations of a store and equipment in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code.
- Ability to monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
- Ability to work in a cross-culture team environment.
- Current Police check (no more than 3 months old)
Desirable
- Certificate III or IV in Retail
- Food Safety Certificate
- Workplace Health and Safety Certificate
Work Environment
The position is based across Remote FNQ Communities including the Torres Strait Islands.
Our Culture
CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.
Our key benefits:
- 5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
- Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,000.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
- Accommodation, Electricity and Utility bills covered.
- Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
- Opportunity for career growth
- Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
- Laptop & Mobile phone
Applications Welcome
If you are interested in joining our team, we welcome all applications
Check out our Current Seek Listings here
First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Community Enterprise and Stakeholder Engagement Manager (Identified)
Community Enterprise Queensland
Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact? Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) currently has two opportunities for dedicated First Nations individuals to fill the pivotal roles of Community Enterprise & Stakeholder Engagement Manager.
As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.
About the role
CEQ is seeking two Community Enterprise & Stakeholder Engagement Managers to lead stakeholder engagement, business growth and community partnerships across our Aboriginal Business Industry & Services (ABIS) and Islanders Board of Industry & Services (IBIS) store networks. Based at CEQ Cairns Support Office, these roles work closely with communities, government, service providers and key stakeholders to build strong partnerships and support positive outcomes across remote communities throughout Mainland Queensland, Far North Queensland, Cape York Peninsula and the Gulf of Carpentaria, as well as across the Inner and Outer Torres Strait Islands.
The roles are responsible for developing strategic relationships that support community, economic and business outcomes, while identifying opportunities for growth, enterprise development and network expansion. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in some of Australia’s most remote and culturally significant communities while contributing to the ongoing success of CEQ and the people we serve.
Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, the Community Enterprise & Stakeholder Engagement Manager will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold or working towards a Bachelor of Public Relations, or a Bachelor of Business.
- Minimum of 3 years experience working in a similar role within a large and complex business is essential.
- Previous experience with the design and implementation of business development strategies.
- Current open ‘c’ class Queensland driver’s license.
- Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Key Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with communities, local governments, Traditional Owners, community organisations and key stakeholders to support positive social, economic and business outcomes for CEQ.
- Lead stakeholder and community engagement activities, including consultations, community feedback forums, presentations, communications materials and promotional initiatives that strengthen CEQ’s brand, reputation and community connections.
- Identify and support business growth opportunities, enterprise development and store network expansion through research, stakeholder partnerships and community-led initiatives.
- Develop and implement communication and engagement strategies across multiple platforms, including social media, corporate communications, media releases, events and public forums.
- Support land tenure, land administration and infrastructure-related matters, including engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and trustees, to achieve outcomes aligned with CEQ’s strategic priorities.
- Contribute to IBIS and ABIS store tenure resolution activities and assist with the delivery of CEQ’s network growth and expansion strategies.
- Prepare stakeholder briefings, reports and presentations for senior leadership and the Board, including monitoring and reporting on engagement outcomes, opportunities and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with store networks, internal teams and stakeholders to identify customer needs, strengthen community partnerships and support CEQ’s mission, vision and values.
- Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership or the CEO.
Essential Requirements
- This role requires regular travel to all CEQ stores within Queensland, including in the Torres Strait Region, Northern Peninsula Area, Cape York, North Queensland including Palm Island
- Strong business acumen, understanding the business implications of decisions, effective stakeholder management and a proven ability to negotiate and align work with the strategic goals of the business
- Ability to work in a resource limited environment, and through ambiguity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to problem solve through swift identification and resolution of problems, effective planning and high level of organisational skills
- Ethical approach to all duties and responsibilities, including by treating others with respect, effective conflict resolution and meeting all commitments.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members
- Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and the success of CEQ.
Our Culture
CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.
Our key benefits
- 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
- Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
- Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
- Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives.
This is an identified position. To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
Applications
Applications close 6 August 2026. To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply. For more information, email jobs@ceqld.org.au
Store Supervisor
Community Enterprise Queensland
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) is the leading supermarket chain in North Queensland communities. CEQ operates 30 outlets throughout North Queensland and are currently seeking an enthusiastic Store Supervisor who is looking for a retail experience in a remote community where they will learn another culture.
About the role
The Store Supervisor will be responsible for assisting the Supermarket Manager to achieve efficient and profitable operation for the CEQ Supermarket.
What you’ll need to be considered
Essential:
- Ability to assist the Store Manager in the operations of the department including sales and wages figures, customer service, end of day registers and safe reconciliation, store presentation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write offs, mark downs, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers and overrides and daily cash balances as per CEQ policies and procedures.
- Experience with supervising employees including mentoring employees in store presentation and merchandising principles.
- Excellent customer service.
- Ability to assist with stock takes.
- Ability to support store operations to ensure they are in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code.
- Ability to conduct store opening and closing procedures.
- Ability to monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
Desirable
- Certificate III in Retail
- Food Safety Certificate
- Workplace Health and Safety Certificate
Your new company
CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 29 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
Our Culture
To provide goods and services that keep remote communities healthy and sustainable.
CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.
Our key benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Opportunity for career growth
- Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
Applications Welcome
If you are interested in joining our team, we welcome all applications
Check out our Current Seek Listings here
First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply. For more information, email jobs@ceqld.org.au
