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Several Job Opportunities

Banana Shire Council currently have several job opportunities available. In addition to conditions that are the envy of the private sector, they offer:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Unbeatable work/life balance
  • Generous education and professional development support


Manager Planning & Land Management 

A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for a highly skilled Manager Planning & Land Management to join Central Highlands Regional Council on a 7-month maternity coverage contract. 

As a member of the leadership team, your expert advice and guidance will be heard and appreciated.  In this role you will lead multiple sectors including Strategic Land Use, Development and Planning and Ranger Services.

We are looking for a highly motivated leader with a strong background and formal qualification in town planning.  To be successful, your ability to effectively collaborate with and positively influence internal and external stakeholders is paramount.

Applications close Monday 27 January 5:00pm


Senior Rates Officer

The purpose and function of the position is to:

  • Provide expertise to Council’s rating operations through the interpretation and application of relevant legislation.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of Council’s Land Records including reconciling rating valuations, rates categorisations, water billing, ratepayer records and associated levies and charges.
  • Conduct rate category modelling.
  • Provide leadership for the Rates Team.

Senior ICT Officer

Douglas Shire Council are looking for a Senior ICT Officer who can support and maintain various applications within Council. The role would suit someone who enjoys customer contact and working with a small collaborative team.

Applications close Friday 24 January at 5:00pm

Technical Support Officer – Local Laws

Our Local Laws team are seeking a proactive and efficient Technical Support Officer to join us for a Fixed Term. The successful applicant will be an experienced administrator with exceptional communication skills and will have the ability to multitask and work well independently and within a dynamic team.

Applications close Friday 24 January at 5:00pm

Return to Work and Wellbeing Officer

The Return to Work and Wellbeing Officer works in partnership with operational Portfolios to facilitate a supportive and safe environment for employees, contractors, visitors and other stakeholders.

Applications close Friday 24 January at 5:00pm

Labourer Public and Natural Areas

Working within our Public Spaces team as Labourer Public and Natural Areas, you will perform a broad range of duties relating to landscape, horticultural and land management activities.

Applications close Friday 24 January at 5:00pm

Pool Lifeguard (Part-Time)

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an energetic team with a commitment to meeting the expectations of customers and the communities of Douglas. You will be a key member of the Tourist Parks and Aquatics team, ensuring strict adherence to safety and policies and procedures.

Applications close Friday 24 January at 5:00pm

Pool Lifeguard

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an energetic team with a commitment to meeting the expectations of customers and the communities of Douglas. You will be a key member of the Tourist Parks and Aquatics team, ensuring strict adherence to safety and policies and procedures.

Applications close Friday 24 January at 5:00pm

Customer Service Officer (Part Time)

Douglas Shire Council are seeking a Customer Service Officer on a part-time basis at the Mossman Pool and Caravan Park.

Applications close Friday 31 January at 5:00pm

Plant Operator Civil Works

Douglas Shire Council are seeking a Plant Operator Civil Works. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to be part of an organisation with an energetic and collaborative approach with a commitment to meeting the expectations of customers and the communities of Douglas.

Applications close Friday 31 January at 5:00pm


Water and Wastewater Operator

You'll report to the Treatment Plant Supervisor and be responsible for the hands-on, day-to-day operation of our water and wastewater treatment plants.

Applications Thursday 6 February at 5:00pm

Plumber

We have an exciting full-time position for a Plumber to join our team. Reporting to the Network Supervisor, Peter Fentiman, you'll be responsible for providing and maintaining plumbing and water and waste reticulation services across Isaac Regional Council.

Applications Thursday 6 February at 5:00pm


Asset Engineer (Drainage)

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Asset Engineer (Drainage) within our Infrastructure Planning Team.

This position is responsible for the preparation of capital project plans relating to civil engineering work for both construction and maintenance of Council infrastructure (focusing on stormwater drainage, easements, but including roads, footpaths, bridge) which is directed by Council’s Asset Management Strategy.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Senior Civil Engineer (Construction)

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Senior Civil Engineer within our Construction Team.

This position will undertake civil engineering activities including works programming, estimation and cost control, and provide a high level of engineering support, project management and site traffic management advice to assist with the efficient delivery of Council’s Capital Works Programs. 

Applications close Monday 27 January

Civil Engineer (Design)

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Civil Engineer within our Design Team.

The position will provide engineering advice, support and project management in areas of municipal infrastructure and related investigations for Council’s Infrastructure Design and Asset Management branch.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Events Officer

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Events Officer within our Tourism and Special Projects Team.

This position engages and supports the community at the local level, primarily through delivering Council’s events, developing the capacity of local community groups to deliver community events and maintain viability, and assist developing tools to build capacity and positive relationships between Council and the community.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Plumbing Inspector

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Plumbing Inspector within our Building and Plumbing Team.

This position will contribute professional expertise, experience and advice on matters associated with plumbing and drainage issues and ensure that plumbing and drainage work satisfies the requirements of relevant legislation.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Pest Management Officer (Fire Ants)

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Pest Management Officer (Fire Ants) within our Community Wellbeing Team.

This position will undertake the management of red imported fire ants, inclusive of undertaking surveillance and treatment of fire ant nests on Council owned and managed land within the Suppression area of the Fire Ant Biosecurity Zones, and provide assistance and advice to internal departments and customers regarding fire ant matters.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Business Support Officer

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Business Support Officer within our Infrastructure Planning Team.

This position will provide comprehensive project support to the Infrastructure Design and Asset Management Branch, inclusive of customer service support in matters relating to the branch and Council.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Business Support Officer

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Business Support Officer within our Engagement and Communications Team.

This position will be responsible for providing administrative and business support to the Engagement and Communications Team and will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, time-sensitive outcomes from the team and Office of the CEO Group.

Applications close Monday 27 January


Several Job Opportunities

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:

Careers – Maranoa Regional Council


Parks and Gardens Labourer

McKinlay Shire Council is seeking to employ two (2) capable and reliable Parks and Gardens Labourer. Applicants should possess the skills to undertake required manual duties associated with parks and gardens maintenance.

Applications are assessed on submission

Final Trim Grader Operator

McKinlay Shire Council is seeking to employ two (2) experienced Final Trim Grader Operator to undertake a range of civil construction and maintenance tasks within the Shire.

Applications are assessed on submission

Labourer/Plant Operator

McKinlay Shire Council is seeking to employ two (2) capable and reliable Labourer/Plant Operator.  Applicants should possess the skills to undertake required manual duties associated with road maintenance and construction.

Applications are assessed on submission

Labour - Truck Driver
McKinlay Shire Council is seeking to employ two (2) capable and reliable Labourers/Truck Operator. Applicants should possess the skills to undertake required manual duties associated with road maintenance and construction.

Applications are assessed on submission


Multi Skilled Plant Operator (Construction Team)

Operate a range of machinery, primarily focusing on backhoe operations, for Council's internal projects throughout the City of Moreton Bay area!

Applications close Wednesday 22 January

Parks Maintenance Labourer

Help keep the City of Moreton Bay looking it's best by joining our Parks team and undertaking grounds maintenance tasks in our parks, gardens and open green spaces.

Applications close Wednesday 22 January

Senior Engineer - Development Services

We are seeking a Civil Engineer who has comprehensive knowledge and experience in the delivery of engineering assessment and compliance services.

Applications close Monday 27 January

Legal Counsel

Provide expert legal advice to Council on a broad range of complex and sensitive legal matters in accordance with legislative and statutory requirements while supporting the achievement of our objectives and protecting our interests.

Applications close Tuesday 28 January


Financial Systems Supervisor 

The Finance Section is seeking a driven Financial Systems Supervisor to lead the Financial Systems team and provide specialist and professional advice to the Finance team and wider organisation. 

In this diverse role, you will be responsible for coordinating Council’s overall financial systems framework, system changes, new implementations, and major upgrades and ensure sufficient system controls are in place to minimise any risk to the security of financial and asset information in accordance with statutory requirements, Council policy and the unit’s objectives.

Applications close Monday 27 January at midnight

Coordinator Arboriculture & Streetscapes

Rockhampton Regional Council is dedicated to enhancing the urban environment and promoting sustainability through strategic urban greening initiatives. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated leader to play a pivotal role in the operational and community-focused management of the Arboriculture and Streetscape teams.

Applications close Monday 3 February at midnight 


Chief Financial Officer

We seek a candidate with extensive Local Government financial knowledge to guide the organisation's financial strategy and ensure robust financial stewardship. The CFO will lead and manage a team of highly skilled professional and administrative staff, overseeing a diverse range of functions, including revenue management and rating, financial reporting, and management accounting.

Applications close Thursday 6 February at 5:00pm


Principal Treatment Operations – Water and Wastewater

This position is a key operational leadership role purposed with leading the teams and delivering exceptional operational standards, operations risk management and oversight of critical assets such as water and wastewater treatment plants and bulk water infrastructure.

Applications Wednesday 22 January at 11:45pm

Customer Service Officer (Galleries) 

This position will provide front of house customer service along with operational support to the Gallery services. The position will work with all Gallery staff in the delivery of a range of services and programs and will take direction from the Galleries Director.

Applications close Wednesday 29 January at 11:45pm

Technical Officer Environmental Restoration Bushfires 

This role will support the development and foster the implementation of natural systems strategies, policies and plans to achieve best practice land use practices (vegetation, soils, water, pests and wildlife) in collaboration with key stakeholders including government agencies and landholders. The role will also provide specialist advice on bushfire mitigation, education, planning and hazard reduction on Council land.

Applications close Monday 10 February at 11:45pm

Water Resources Engineer

This position plays a key role in in providing technical support and advice for the delivery of water and environmental projects. This will include:

  • Assist with the continued development and implementation of the Integrated Water Management Strategy for Townsville.
  • Participate in the development, delivery and reporting on the Water and Resource Recovery Capital and Operational plans.
  • Assist in development of concept designs/operational solutions and associated reports for required infrastructure.
  • Utilise SCADA systems to diagnose and solve water system issues as well as identify opportunities for optimisation and improvement.
  • Drive operational improvement projects with the goal of improving aspects of water quality and supply.
  • Assist operations staff in diagnosis and rectification of water supply and quality issues at both water treatment plants and throughout the water network.

Applications close Thursday 13 February at 11:45pm


Several Job Opportunities 

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'.

                  

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