AI Delivery Lead
Date: 3 Mar 2026
Location: Brisbane, QLD, AU, 4102
Company: Brisbane Catholic Education
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
Summary
Brisbane Catholic Education is seeking an experienced AI Delivery Lead to lead the strategy and delivery of a system wide portfolio of AI enabled products that improve learning, wellbeing and operational excellence. This senior role is responsible for translating organisational and school needs into practical, human centred AI solutions, while establishing the governance, capability and frameworks required for responsible, scalable and sustainable AI adoption across BCE
- Location: BCE Office - Woolloongabba
- Work hours: Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements Available
- Salary: $155,351 - $172,606 plus super
- Status: Fixed Term | March – December 2026
- Ad Close date: 16 March 2026
- Contact: CareersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
In this position you will be:
- Lead the strategy, development and delivery of BCE’s AI product portfolio, aligned to organisational priorities
- Lead cross functional teams across discovery, prototyping, build, deployment, adoption and continuous improvement
- Analyse organisational and school needs to inform product roadmaps, prioritisation and decision making
- Establish and maintain AI product governance, lifecycle processes, guardrails and assurance checkpoints
- Provide expert leadership in AI enabled solution design, responsible AI practices and human centred product development
- Build scalable product frameworks and standards that support long term learning, wellbeing and operational outcomes
- Partner with and influence senior stakeholders to ensure AI products are embedded effectively across BCE
- Manage interdependencies between technology, policy, workforce capability, and schools
- Lead workforce and capability uplift in AI, identifying future skills and enabling sustainable organisational growth
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Experience leading complex digital or AI enabled products from concept through to delivery and adoption
- Being responsible for the implementation and delivery of strategic objectives and attainment
- Proven ability to lead and influence cross functional teams and diverse stakeholder groups
- Deep understanding of AI governance, risk, ethics and responsible AI practices
- A systems thinking mindset, with the ability to design scalable frameworks and standards
- Strong analytical skills, using data and insights to guide decisions and prioritisation
- A collaborative, human centred approach that supports learning, wellbeing and sustainable change
- Tertiary qualifications in a related field and/or equivalent experience in a similar senior role
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Positive Notice Blue Card for working with Children
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
- Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
- Active staff social club and wellness programs
- Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
- Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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