Job Board
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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 an Inner City Gardener, you will be part of a passionate team responsible for the maintenance and presentation of gardens, lawns, and public spaces across key Council venues. From keeping our green spaces lush and welcoming, to supporting local events, your work will have a direct impact on the daily experience of our community and visitors. Applications close Wednesday 5 November at 11:30pm Libraries Business Engagement Team Leader As the Libraries Business Engagement Team Leader, you will lead the development and delivery of engaging, high quality services and programs that bring our library spaces to life. Your leadership will be key in driving a coordinated approach to learning, literacy, and creative programming, including managing volunteers, the First 5 Forever initiative, and all outreach events that activate our library spaces. You will work closely with the Library Services Coordinator to manage people, budgets, and resources, ensuring alignment with Council’s strategic goals. Collaborating flexibly with library management and wider Council teams, you will help deliver exceptional service and innovative programs that enrich our community. Applications close Wednesday 5 November at 11:30pmAs a Cadet Designer, you will kick-start your career in civil engineering through a supported cadetship that combines hands-on experience with formal education. You will be mentored by experienced professionals as you undertake and complete an Associate Degree of Engineering (Civil), whilst gaining the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to grow into a proficient Civil Designer. This is a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, working on real-world infrastructure projects that benefit the Cairns region, from roads and drainage to parks and precincts. Applications close Sunday 9 November at 11.30pm Labourer – Parks (2 Positions Available) As a Labourer - Parks, you will be responsible for the maintenance and enhancement of public gardens, parks, roadside verges, and open spaces. Your work will help shape and preserve the beauty of our local environment while ensuring safety, efficiency, and community satisfaction. You will carry out a range of labouring and horticultural tasks, including mowing, gardening, tree maintenance, and small plant operation, while working as part of a team committed to delivering quality service and sustainability. Applications close Sunday 9 November at 11.30pm Labourer – Parks (3 Positions Available) As a Labourer - Parks, you will play a key role in the upkeep and improvement of landscaped gardens, lawns, public parks, open spaces, and roadside verges. Your day-to-day tasks will include gardening, mowing, snipping, tree maintenance, and operating small plant machinery and vehicles. You will work to a scheduled program, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. Applications close Monday 10 November at 11.30pm Visual Arts and Placemaking Officer As the Visual Arts and Placemaking Officer, you will be responsible for the programming, development, and delivery of public programs, exhibitions, residencies, catalogues, and workshops that bring our cultural and placemaking strategies to life. You will build strong partnerships across the arts sector and local community to deliver projects that reflect our city’s unique identity and diversity, ensuring that creativity is embedded in the way we design, experience, and celebrate our shared spaces. This will include the delivery of the Flame Visual program and the Neighbourhood Murals Project. Applications close Monday 10 November at 11.30pm |
| 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. |
| You’ll play a key role in delivering a safe, cost-effective, and efficient mechanical service—ensuring the ongoing operation of Council’s fixed and mobile plant, vehicles, and equipment. This hands-on position includes workshop-based duties as well as field servicing across Council sites. 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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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 7 November at 5:00pm Ganger Public and Natural Areas Douglas Shire Council are seeking an experienced Ganger to supervise, lead, and motivate their gang within the Public and Natural Areas Team.Applications close Friday 7 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: |
| Recovery & Resilience Administration Officer The Recovery & Resilience Administration Officer provides administrative and engagement support to the Local Disaster Management team. This position supports the team to enhance community disaster response and resilience capabilities through various programs and initiatives. Working closely with the Disaster Management Officer, you will help establish a Community Resilience Network and implement the Mareeba Shire Know Your Risk initiative, aimed at building long-term community preparedness, response and recovery through proactive education and engagement. This is a temporary, full-time position to 31 March 2027 and is funded under the Queensland and Australian Government’s Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Applications close Wednesday 12 November Located within our Infrastructure Services department, the Facilities Support Officer contributes to the effective and efficient administration, coordination and development of Council facilities by supporting the Coordinator Facilities to ensure Council facilities are efficiently operated, well-maintained and continuously improved. You will achieve this by delivering high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders, maintaining those relationships whilst escalating complex issues as needed and providing timely customer referrals, clear direction and accurate written correspondence. Applications close Wednesday 12 November |
| 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 |
| University Student | Contracts & Compliance We are seeking a friendly, reliable and motivated university student to work in our Contracts & Compliance team, working 3 to 5 days/week whilst completing your studies. Applications close Thursday 6 November Communications Officer | Cultural Services Lead a small team to deliver strategic communications across cultural services and support content that engages audiences & achieves key objectives. Applications close Sunday 9 November Senior Business Support Officer As a Senior Business Support Officer, you will provide high level administrative and business support to the Manager and senior staff to support achievement of departmental objectives and outcomes. Applications close Sunday 9 November Customer Experience Project Manager Lead key initiatives of Council’s Customer Experience Program, including strategy development, stakeholder engagement, training & VoC implementation to enhance community interactions with services. Applications close Sunday 9 NovemberDevelop and deliver proactive and reactive media content, creative media and public relations plans, and support in issues management. Applications close Monday 10 November Principal Project Lead Transport Planning As our Principal Project Lead Transport Planning, you will Lead the delivery of transport planning projects including the council’s accessible school program to drive integrated and sustainable outcomes. You will engage with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally and have the skills to influence outcomes, negotiate, and reach mutually beneficial solutions. Applications close Wednesday 12 November Lead a dynamic team of 270+ professionals delivering inclusive, high-impact cultural programs across libraries, museums, galleries, and more....shaping the future of Council's cultural landscape! Applications close Sunday 16 November Senior Capability and Change Officer Lead people-focused transformation across our digital and IT landscape. This hands-on, collaborative 12-month contract role is key to building capability, inspiring readiness, and driving meaningful change. Applications close Sunday 16 November Lead 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 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 |
| Payroll Advisor Applications close Sunday 9 November Technical Officer Building and Plumbing This position has oversight of Tablelands Regional Council’s (TRC) building and plumbing development and compliance functions, providing technical support and advice relating to building and plumbing matters within the scope of legislative and regulatory compliance. This role supports TRC’s development and compliance functions through customer service, application assessment, investigation, reporting, and administrative duties. Applications close Tuesday 11 November at 5:00pm 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 |
| CCTV Operator (Wastewater and Stormwater) This role is part of a dynamic team within the Network Service Delivery Team, delivering data to support reactive investigations and capital renewals programs. The primary purpose of this role is to provide underground asset condition assessments by conducting investigations and identifying locations of underground assets. CCTV Inspections are invaluable in maintaining service standards related to underground infrastructure. CCTV is a specialised unit which works closely with the asset operators of the stormwater, wastewater and water network. No two days are the same. The team could be providing immediate support to locate infrastructure failures to completing planned asset inspections. Applications close Thursday 6 November at 11.45pm Health, Safety & Wellbeing Business Partner This position will provide expert health and safety advice, guidance and leadership and will share responsibility for the development of appropriate systems, tools, resources and training to ensure all organisational and legislative health and safety indicators are achieved. This position will also build a participative relationship model, where education, guidance and expertise address operational issues and build capability within operational areas, contributing to the achievement of service deliverables through a focus on continuous improvement. Applications close Monday 10 November at 11:45pm Coordinator Development Compliance The Coordinator Development Compliance will contribute to implementing a holistic program of change across Planning and Development in collaboration with the section leadership team and in consultation with the Townsville community. This will involve leading Planning and Development on a transformative journey focusing on the needs and aspirations of the Townsville community, developing a culture of customer-centricity and personal accountability; and reshaping how we deliver services to maximise value. Applications close Monday 10 November at 11:45pm GIS Analyst – Yellow Crazy Ants Unlock the power of spatial intelligence with our expert services under the Yellow Crazy Ants Program. Our team provides specialised technical advice and support, ensuring accurate and efficient creation, maintenance, and analysis of spatial datasets. We collaborate closely with Commonwealth and State Government agencies and contribute to the ongoing development of GIS technologies, staying ahead of emerging trends. From equipping teams with precise daily work area polygons for bushland surveys to supporting GPS and mobile mapping needs, we ensure professional, reliable service. Applications close Wednesday 12 November at 11:45pm Work Health and Safety Business Partner Vehicle This position will plan, develop, deliver and review training and assessment across a diverse range of disciplines, ensuring compliance with Council procedures and all relevant regulatory and legislative requirements. Working closely with stakeholders the role will conduct post-training workplace-based Verification of Competency (VOC). This position plays a key role in verification of competency through Training and Assessment. Applications close Sunday 16 November at 11:45pm This position within our Accounts Payable team will perform key finance related tasks as directed, as well as investigate and resolve finance enquiries, ensuring accuracy and professionalism. Supporting cross-functional teams with timely and reliable financial information, whilst contributing to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Applications close Sunday 16 November at 11:45pm 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 |
| 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'. |
