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| Banana Shire Council currently have several job opportunities available. In addition to conditions that are the envy of the private sector, they offer:
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| As a Public Space Safety Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe and positive environment across our city’s public spaces, parks, and community facilities. Your day-to-day work will involve regular patrols, community engagement, and proactive action to discourage anti-social or illegal behaviour. You will also collaborate with Council teams to assist vulnerable community members, respond to incidents, and protect Council assets from damage or vandalism. Applications close Wednesday 19 November at 11.30pm We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Governance Officer to support the delivery of efficient governance and compliance processes across Council. This position provides administrative and operational support across governance, insurance and complaints management functions, ensuring that Council meets its statutory and organisational obligations. Applications close Wednesday 19 November at 11.30pmEnvironmental Officer / Senior Environmental Officer You will play a key part in shaping sustainable development across our region by assessing development and local law applications, ensuring environmental compliance, and providing sound, practical solutions that protect and enhance our natural assets. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including developers, consultants, and community members, to deliver high-quality environmental outcomes aligned with relevant legislation, Council policies, and best-practice standards. For the Senior Environmental Officer, you will also provide technical leadership, mentorship to other team members, and drive business and process improvements that help our team remain adaptive, responsive, and customer focused. Applications close Sunday 23 November at 11.30pm Principal Planner (Infrastructure Coordination & Strategy) As the Principal Planner (Infrastructure Coordination and Strategy), you will play a key role in leading the preparation, application, and review of Council’s key infrastructure planning frameworks, including the Infrastructure Charges Resolution, Local Government Infrastructure Plan (LGIP), and Infrastructure Agreements. This role is central to ensuring our infrastructure planning and charging processes are coordinated, consistent, and aligned with both Council’s strategic objectives and long-term financial plans. Applications close Monday 24 November at 11.30pm As a Contracts Officer, you will play a key role in delivering a centre-led procurement, tendering and contracts service that is effective, efficient and transparent, ensuring compliance with all legislative and Council policy requirements. You will contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Council’s procurement and contractual frameworks, embedding industry best practice and supporting value for money, business continuity, and local engagement. Applications close Wednesday 26 November at 11:30pm Team Leader Business Improvement As the Team Leader Business Improvement, you will lead a small team in delivering continuous business improvement initiatives by driving service excellence, cost efficiencies and ensuring contractual compliance and operational standards are upheld across all Lifestyle and Community departments and services. Applications close Sunday 30 November at 11.30pm Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Ready to kickstart your career as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic? Here is your chance to earn while you learn! As an Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will assist Councils Fleet Team in the repair, service and maintenance of Council's vehicle fleet, plant and mobile equipment, while maintaining up to date records on all work undertaken each day. You will assist in the fit out of commissioning and decommissioning of fleet assets, ordering and collection of material and parts from suppliers, while maintaining excellent customer service and to actively work to solve customer problems. Applications close Sunday 30 November at 11.30pmCommunity Development Officer - Community Wellbeing As the Community Development Officer - Community Wellbeing, you will lead the development, coordination and delivery of community development initiatives and programs that promote wellbeing, build resilience and enhance the quality of life for residents. Applications close Sunday 7 December at 11.30pm Looking for more than just a job? Join a team where your skills make a real difference in your own community. We're seeking qualified plumbers (Water Reticulation Plumbers and Smart Water Meter Plumbers) who are ready to contribute to the future of water services across our region. Enjoy genuine work-life balance, work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues, and take pride in the essential services you help deliver every day. This isn’t just a job — it’s a secure, long-term opportunity with a strong total employment package and excellent lifestyle benefits. Open-ended advertisement and may remain active for 6 to 12 months. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. |
| Council is seeking an accomplished and values-driven Chief Financial Officer to join the leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s financial sustainability and long-term prosperity. Applications close Monday 1 December at 7:30pm |
 | Charters Towers Regional Council currently has a range of job opportunities available across various departments. Located in the heart of North Queensland, Charters Towers offers a unique blend of rich heritage, vibrant community spirit, and modern regional living. Working with Council means being part of a team that values innovation, community service, and professional growth. Whether you're looking to advance your career in finance, trades, administration, or community services, there’s a role for you here. Join the team and enjoy the benefits of regional life, with short commutes, affordable housing, a relaxed lifestyle, and a strong sense of community, in a region where “community comes first”, and the people truly make the difference. |
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To Implement Council’s policies and procedures to deliver effective and efficient logistics support services, stores operations, stock inventory and acquisition of goods and services in line with Council’s Procurement Policy and the Local Government Regulation 2012. The role is responsible for managing stock, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring materials are available to support operations. The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and stakeholders.
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| Labourer Construction Civil Assets (Maximum Term 12 months) Council has a vacancy for a Labourer to join out Civil Construction Team for a maximum term of 12 months to help to deliver effective and efficient construction services in our Shire. Primary Objectives are to:
Applications close Friday 21 November at 5:00pm Labourer Public and Natural Areas Douglas Shire Council are seeking a Labourer to join our Public and Natural Areas team. Primary Objectives of the Position:
Applications close Friday 21 November at 5:00pm Douglas Shire Council is seeking an ICT Support Officer – Applications who can provide operational support and advice to business users and peers with the aim of ensuring optimal efficiency in the use of Council’s ICT systems. Applications close Friday 21 November at 5:00pm Ganger Public and Natural Areas Douglas Shire Council is seeking an experienced Ganger to supervise, lead, and motivate their gang within the Public and Natural Areas Team. Primary Objectives of the Position:
Applications close Friday 28 November at 5:00pm |
| Coordinator Design and Planning Reporting to the Manager Engineering Services, the Coordinator Design and Planning position provides high level engineering expertise in development assessments, operational works, coordination of Infrastructure Services design programs and other engineering matters as directed by the Manager. These matters may include providing specialist engineering advice to clients, reviewing and auditing development works for compliance, providing development and training to the Graduate Engineer, and much more! Applications close Sunday 23 November at 5:00pm |
| Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Customer Experience Officer within our Customer Experience Team. The purpose of this position is to provide exceptional frontline customer service by being a friendly, efficient, professional and knowledgeable face of Council. Applications close Tuesday 18 November at 5pm Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Project Support Officer within our Information Communication Technology Team. The purpose of this position is to provide high-level project and administrative support to the ICT Branch, contributing to the successful delivery of strategic and operational initiatives. Applications close Tuesday 18 November at 5pm |
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| Maranoa Regional Council services an area of 58,834.5 square kilometres with a population of 13,800 residents. Located in rural south-west Queensland approximately 480 kilometres west of Brisbane, the Maranoa region is one of Queensland's most dynamic regional communities and is a gateway to the outback. With multiple worksite locations, Council has a diverse range of career opportunities throughout the organisation; applications are welcomed for the following advertised positions on our Careers website: |
| Childcare Educator Trainee Experienced Grader Operator McKinlay Shire Council is seeking two (2) passionate and qualified Early Childhood Educators to join our new Early Learning Centre opening in January 2026. This full-time role involves working with children, families, and a supportive team to deliver high-quality early education. Applications close Monday 1 December McKinlay Shire Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Depot Administrative Officer to join the team in Julia Creek. This full-time role provides administrative support for depot operations, including reception, call handling, and general office tasks. Enjoy great benefits, affordable housing options, and a supportive team environment Applications close Friday 28th November 2025 |
| Technical Officer - Contracts Management Managing a range of matters across Waste and Resource Recovery major contracts to meet the needs of stakeholders, residents and ratepayers across the City of Moreton Bay region Applications close Monday 17 NovemberLead a team of officers to deliver Council’s biosecurity programs, providing guidance and support to internal operational teams and landowners, to achieve positive conservation and amenity outcomes. Applications close Monday 17 November University Student | Assets & Systems We are seeking an enthusiastic university student to work in our Assets & Systems team, working 3 to 5 days/week whilst completing your studies. Applications close Thursday 20 November Be responsible for updating and reviewing property and rating related data to facilitate the timely and accurate issue of rates notices to property owners in the City of Moreton Bay. Applications close Sunday 23 November Parks Maintenance Labourers | Expression of Interest (EOI) Be considered for current and future opportunities to join our Parks team and help keep the City of Moreton Bay looking it's best by undertaking grounds maintenance tasks in our parks, gardens and open green spaces. Application close Sunday 21 December Construction Labourer | Expression of Interest (EOI) Submit your application for current and future opportunities to join our internal Construction team working on a suite of civil construction & maintenance projects around the City of Moreton Bay area. Application close Sunday 21 December Manager Waste and Resource Recovery Key leadership role driving the planning, strategic direction and delivery of Councils waste management and resource recovery services to meet operational requirements for more than 520,000 customers, whilst ensuring compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. General Manager - Commercial Services Key leadership role working in partnership with other areas of Council to make a significant contribution to improved economic and social outcomes for the City, through the development and implementation of commercial initiatives and partnerships. |
| General Manager Communities and Lifestyle Are you an innovative leader passionate about building vibrant, inclusive communities? Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a dynamic and strategic General Manager to lead our Communities and Lifestyle portfolio, a role that shapes the future of our region and enhances the lives of our residents. Applications close Monday 17 November at midnight Manager Growth and Community Partnerships As Manager Growth and Community Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in driving long-term planning, environmental sustainability, sport and active communities, grants, and strategic initiatives that support inclusive and sustainable growth across the region. Applications close Monday 17 November at midnight General Manager Advance Rockhampton Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a dynamic and visionary executive to lead Advance Rockhampton, the Council’s flagship initiative driving investment, tourism, events, and economic transformation across the region. Applications close Monday 17 November at midnight |
| Plant Operator (Slasher) Maintenance The position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Council's truck and plant for road construction and maintenance projects and for providing a high standard of operational and maintenance labouring skills throughout the Tablelands Region. Applications close Wednesday 19 November The purpose of this position is to carry out operations at Tablelands Regional Council’s (TRC) waste facilities including transfer stations, open and closed landfills in an effective and efficient manner, support other staff at the facilities and provide courteous assistance to the public. Applications close Wednesday 19 November |
| We’re looking for someone to help make our community safer and stronger during disasters. In this role, you’ll work with others to plan and run programs that prepare people for emergencies, especially those most at risk. You’ll lead workshops, support recovery efforts, and help improve how we respond to disasters. You’ll also work with local teams and community members to understand their needs and make sure our plans are effective and inclusive. This role is responsible for developing and implementing strategic community projects and programs that enhance public awareness and strengthen disaster resilience across Council and the broader community. This role provides strategic direction for disaster recovery operations and works collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure coordinated, effective, and sustainable recovery and resilience outcomes. Applications close Monday 17 November at 11:45pm Community Resilience Support Officer This position will provide disaster resilience support relating to recovery planning, targeted community engagement and capacity-building initiatives. A key feature of this position is supporting programs that enhance disaster readiness and recovery and assisting to embed preparedness measures within the community, in particular vulnerable populations. This will include assisting with the delivery of resilience workshops, recovery programs, events, and education activities to help increase awareness, disaster readiness and preparedness, with particular focus on more vulnerable sections of the community. You will also participate in engagement activities with affected elements of our communities to identify local needs, opportunities, and preferred projects to support community resilience, which will develop and strengthen community resilience and capacity. Applications close Monday 17 November at 11:45pm Operations Centre Technical Officer This role will monitor and control Water and Wastewater assets for Townsville City Council. Ensuring the reliability of assets and equipment and to improve environmental compliance, safety and service levels, while reducing maintenance costs. This role will also take customers calls outside of normal working hours and lead work teams and coordinate resources after hours. The role is critical for the implementation of the Townsville Water operations and customer strategies and will improve the coordination of resources, which will result in reduced reactive maintenance, increased maintenance efficiency, cost reduction and improved compliance and levels of service. This position will work a rotating, even time shift to cover the full 24 hours each day, 365(6) days a year. Shifts are rostered for 12.25 hours (12 hours and 15 minutes), including a handover. The night shifts will be predominantly worked alone. The ability to self-manage and be proactive will also be important for this position. Applications close Tuesday 18 November at 11:45pm Senior Asset Officer Water and Waste Are you passionate about asset management and data integrity? We’re seeking a detail-oriented professional to join our team and play a key role in capturing and maintaining accurate asset information to support financial management, operations, maintenance, risk assessment, and investment planning. In this dynamic role, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by analysing data from multiple sources and ensuring timely, reliable asset information is available for informed decision-making. You’ll also help optimise asset management systems and practices, driving efficiency and supporting the division’s strategic goals. Applications close Tuesday 18 November at 11:45pm As the lead for stormwater project delivery at Townsville City Council, you'll oversee the planning, design, and provision of technical advice for both Capital and Operational stormwater initiatives, ensuring high standards of quality, cost-efficiency, and timely execution. The role is responsible for preparing detailed reports that outline cost, risk, and performance metrics to support the prioritisation of new or upgraded stormwater projects within the Council’s 10-year Capital Works Plan. Applications close Sunday 23 November at 11:45pm Administration Officer – Functional Lead We are seeking an experienced and proactive professional to provide subject matter expertise and leadership within our Administration team. In this role, you will supervise and support Administration Officers to ensure collaboration and consistent delivery standards across the Infrastructure and Operations Division. Acting as a central point of contact, you will provide direct administrative support and strategic advice to the Team Manager on operational, policy, and governance matters. You will play a key role in improving systems, processes, and procedures, while delivering exceptional customer service to a diverse range of stakeholders including internal teams, government departments, council leadership, and the Mayor. This position involves managing service requests, records, correspondence, reporting, scheduling, and procurement activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with record-keeping standards. Your ability to prepare clear, factual documentation and maintain optimal workflow across multiple work sites will be essential to the success of the administration function. Applications close Monday 1 December at 11:45pm |
| Western Downs Regional Council currently have several job opportunities available. The Western Downs is one of Queensland's strongest and fastest growing local government areas. Working here offers great opportunities with strong local businesses in booming industries as well as an attractive lifestyle that only regional areas can offer. Enjoy short commutes, affordable living, great services and exciting events. You'll also discover the best thing about the region is the people, which is why people know Western Downs as the region where 'it's the people that make it'. |
