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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


Project Engineer / Quality Assurance and Project Delivery

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Project Engineer to play a pivotal role in the delivery and assurance of high-quality civil infrastructure projects across our diverse and growing region.

In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards, leading non-conformance investigations, and overseeing the delivery of construction projects from the ground up. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers to ensure that our roads and infrastructure projects not only meet but exceed industry standards and community expectations.

Applications close Tuesday 15 July at 5:00pm

Supervisor Stores

Central Highlands Regional Council is looking for an experienced Supervisor Stores to lead and coordinate our region-wide stores and procurement operations. This is your opportunity to be part of a high-performing team that supports the vital delivery of goods and services across the region.

As the Supervisor Stores, you’ll oversee purchasing, warehousing, stock control, and distribution making sure everything runs like clockwork. You’ll drive improvements, ensure compliance with legislation, and provide outstanding support to internal teams so they can deliver for our community.

Applications close Tuesday 15 July at 5:00pm

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.


Qualified Mechanic 

Council requires a Permanent full time Qualified Mechanic with heavy vehicle experience to join our workforce to support Council delivering an effective and efficient mechanical service to ensure all Council fixed and mobile plant, equipment and vehicle fleet is maintained in a safe, cost effective and operational manner and to provide leadership and mentoring to plant operator/s, trainees and apprentices.

Childcare Education Leader (Qualified)

Croydon Shire Council is currently seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Childcare Educational Leader (Qualified) to join our dedicated team at the Croydon Childcare Centre.

This role supports the Director in providing a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for children to explore, learn, and thrive. You will help deliver high-quality early childhood education and Out of School Hours Care services that align with the National Quality Framework, while also inspiring curiosity and fostering positive development in each child.


Labourer Public and Natural Areas

Douglas Shire Council are seeking a Labourer to join our Public and Natural Areas team.

Labourer Civil Works

Douglas Shire Council are seeking an energetic and motivated Labourer to join our Civil Works Team.

The successful applicant will effectively and efficiently undertake a wide variety of maintenance and civil works activities as directed by the Ganger.

Labourer Construction - Civil Assets

Council has multiple vacancies for Labourers to join our Civil Construction Team to deliver effective and efficient construction services in our Shire.

Applications close Friday 18 July at 5:00pm

Senior ICT Officer

Douglas Shire Council are seeking a Senior ICT 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 Wednesday 23 July at 5:00pm


Manager Roads Infrastructure

As Manager Roads Infrastructure with Isaac Regional Council, you'll oversee the planning, maintenance, and delivery of Council's extensive roads and drainage networks, managing a team of up to 80 and guiding the largest infrastructure budget within the organisation. Reporting to the Director Engineering and Infrastructure, this role calls for both strategic leadership and operational acumen. You'll work closely with stakeholders, councillors, and community members-often directly-to ensure our roads are not just built but built to last.

Manager Engineering Services

As Manager Engineering Services with Isaac Regional Council, you'll be based in Moranbah and responsible for shaping and implementing Council's infrastructure strategy across 18 unique communities. Your work will touch everything from roads and bridges to capital programs, drainage solutions and long-term asset planning. This is a high-level leadership role for someone who thrives in a strategic space, yet remains connected to operational delivery.

Coordinator Infrastructure (West)

As the Coordinator Infrastructure (West), you will provide contract and project management services across Council’s infrastructure programs. You’ll be responsible for the direction, leadership, and delivery of transport network activities, ensuring compliance, safety, and community engagement are at the forefront.

Applications close Sunday 20 July at 5:00pm


Tourism Officer

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

The purpose of this position is to assist in effectively marketing the attributes of the Lockyer Valley region as a desirable overnight and day trip destination. This position will assist in delivering best practice visitor services across the day-to-day operations of the Visitor Information Centre including public enquiries, presentation and stock maintenance, bookings, data entry, management of digital platforms and supervisor of volunteers.

Applications close Wednesday 16 July

Organisational Development Advisor

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Organisational Development Advisor within our Organisational Development and Payroll Team.

The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive support to the Principal Organisational Development and Payroll, whilst partnering with business leaders across the organisation to provide high level services and programs aimed at strengthening organisational capacity, performance and business outcomes.

Applications close Tuesday 22 July


Civil Maintenance Worker

We are seeking a person that can assist with the repairs of pressure mains, water services, valves, and water meters. Be competent in truck driving, operating equipment such as whacker packer, flex drive pumps and vac loading and have the ability to use technological devices e.g. smart phones, computers and have knowledge of work order systems.

Building Certifier

As a Building Certifier with Mackay Regional Council, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of building projects within our community.

Coordinator Development Engineering

The coordinator will support the Executive Manager Development Planning & Engineering by leading a team of engineers and construction inspectors providing development assessment services, ensuring a high standard of technical advice and assistance is provided while maintaining relationships with the development industry and other stakeholders.

Emergency Management Officer

Are you passionate about protecting communities and ensuring public safety within our unique Australian environment? Our Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Emergency Management Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in upholding and advancing the prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery framework for emergencies, working closely with SES volunteers, state and federal agencies, and local stakeholders.

Civil Services Coordinator

Lead and coordinate civil operations + maintenance teams so every asset runs effectively, reliably and safely and that our service standards stay rock-solid.

Environmental Ranger

This role works across council to monitor compliance with relevant local laws, conduct inspections, investigate possible violations and designs and delivers education programs and campaigns aimed at raising awareness for the protection of our natural and built environments.

Principal Development Engineer

As a Principal Development Engineer, you will contribute to urban planning and development within our community. Working with limited direction, you will assess the engineering aspects of complex and regionally significant development applications. Your role will ensure timely and consistent processing of applications, while maintaining the quality of the Council’s donated assets. Applicants with 5+ years of experience are encouraged to apply.

Project Compliance Inspector

Mackay Regional Council is seeking an analytical and motivated Project Compliance Inspector to join our dynamic Portfolio Management Office on a permanent, full-time basis. If you’re passionate about ensuring the highest standards in construction compliance while playing a pivotal role in public utilities projects, we’d love to hear from you!


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


    Casual Cleaner
      McKinlay Shire Council seeks to employ a Casual Cleaner. This position is based in Julia Creek and will entail the cleaning of various Council Buildings as well as domestic cleaning for the Council operated Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Julia Creek Caravan Park, the hours worked will be varied with flexibility. The suitable applicant will be honest and trustworthy, have good organisational and communication skills and the ability to work unsupervised.
        Applications are assessed on submission

        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


        Business Support Officer 

        Provide administrative and business support to the planning General Manager and senior leaders across the planning directorate to ensure effective and efficient delivery of directorate wide operations.

        Applications close Sunday 13 July

        Venue and Events Team Leader 

        Lead the team to deliver quality events in our dynamic multi-purpose venue, that includes indoor sports courts, event spaces, meeting rooms & cafe.

        Applications close Sunday 13 July

        Venue Assistant

        Assist the dynamic Morayfield Sports & Events Centre team, as they deliver high quality customer experiences for all!

        Senior Buildings and Facilities Strategic Planner

        We’re looking for a Senior Buildings & Facilities Strategic Planner to lead the strategic development of capital projects that will serve our growing population and evolving community needs.

        Applications close Monday 14 July

        Technical Officer Planning

        Support our Development Services Department in assessing development matters that shape the future of our growing community.

        Applications close Monday 14 July

        Planner - Development Services 

        We are looking for planning professionals who are passionate about shaping communities and delivering thoughtful, sustainable development outcomes. Whether you're a recent graduate ready to launch your career or a skilled professional seeking your next challenge.

        Applications close Monday 14 July

        University Student | Development Services – Planner

        We are seeking a friendly university student to work in our Development Services team, working 3 to 5 days/week whilst completing your studies.

        Applications close Tuesday 15 July 

        Program Manager - Civil Infrastructure

        Lead a team to deliver programs and projects including including Roads, Bridges, Sporting Facilities and Playgrounds, through all project stages of Project Development to Construction close out.

        Applications close Monday 21 July

        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.

        Applications close Tuesday 30 September

        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.

        Applications close Tuesday 30 September


        Labourer 

        This position provides a high standard of operational and maintenance labouring skills and knowledge across the Tablelands Region.


        Team Manager Water Resource and Dam Safety

        This critical leadership role requires you to have a relevant tertiary degree (Bachelor Degree in Engineering in a field relevant to the role or equivalent) and eligibility for corporate membership of Engineers Australia. RPEQ Certification or the eligibility to obtain certification is essential.

        We are looking for someone with a demonstrated track record of success as a Senior Manager in a large diverse organisation. Preferably you will have at least 10 years’ experience in the Water and Wastewater Industry or equivalent work experience in a technical field. Dam Engineering/management experience and/or Water resource management experience is highly desirable.

        Applications close Thursday 17 July at 11:45pm

        Governance and Compliance Officer

        This position will support the development and ongoing maintenance of Council’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance frameworks - helping to shape strategic controls and safeguard operations. Your day-to-day will involve conducting comprehensive risk assessments, managing key registers, assisting in high-level reporting to the Executive and Audit Committee, and contributing to the integrity of Council’s Business Continuity Plan. You'll also monitor legal and regulatory developments, coordinate policy and procedure reviews, and support governance across information privacy, complaints, and disclosures. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, this role also encompasses end-to-end support for Council and committee meetings, including advertising, agenda preparation, and streaming, while managing petitions and maintaining compliance with internal and legislative record-keeping standards.

        Applications close Friday 18 July at 11:45pm

        Governance, Risk and Compliance Officer

        In this pivotal role, you'll manage the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks across Council, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment. You’ll cultivate strong cross-functional partnerships, fostering a collaborative risk-aware culture. With oversight of the Council’s risk management framework, you’ll manage risk assessments, reporting systems, and the enterprise-wide risk register while championing Council’s Business Continuity Planning. The role includes delivering high-level reports to the Executive and Audit Committee, advising on legal and regulatory impacts, and supporting policy governance through regular reviews and register maintenance. You’ll also manage key compliance functions including Right to Information, Public Interest Disclosures, Privacy, and Complaints—ensuring legislative integrity and proactive issue resolution throughout the organisation.

        Applications close Friday 18 July at 11:45pm

        Environmental Offset Program Manager

        You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful management and execution of the Council’s Environmental Offsets Land Strategy. This role is crucial to advancing our commitment to environmental sustainability, guiding the strategy from planning through to implementation. You will collaborate with stakeholders, and manage a portfolio of environmental projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and that we meet our environmental conservation goals.

        Applications close Sunday 20 July at 11:45pm

        Coordinator Wastewater Networks

        This role will:

        • Provide key technical input into several exciting and innovative projects (circa $30m) including pump station upgrades, major sewer main renewals and relining and smart network monitoring including IoT sensors and predictive analytics.
        • Be a key leadership role leading a large team of more than 30 personnel across a diverse technical range of Wastewater assets responsible for the efficient operation of Council’s wastewater network which will undoubtedly position you for more senior leadership roles in the future.
        • Lead a proactive safety culture to ensure that all team members are engaged, well-trained and motivated to ensure that everyone goes home safe and well.
        • Advance customer service, quality and productivity and ensure that Council complies with all environmental legislation and regulation related to Wastewater.

        Applications close Monday 21 July at 11:45pm

        Senior Media Officer

        The Senior Media Officer provides high level media advice to elected representatives, CEO, and senior staff on both proactive and reactive media issues. Through the development of relationships with the media, the Senior Media Officer is responsible for the generation of proactive media opportunities as well as reacting to potentially negative situations daily and contributes to Council’s strategic media direction.

        This position will collaborate with the Communications and Engagement section on a transformative journey, focusing on informing the Townsville community on critical and major Council and community programs, services and responsibilities.

        Applications close Tuesday 22 July at 11:45pm

        Finance Business Partner

        As a Finance Business Partner, you will be leveraging your existing experience and professional skills to become a trusted strategic advisor. You will be a problem solver and influencer, using your expertise to help Council grow and evolve as an organisation. You will be working with all levels of the organisation including the General Managers and Executive team.

        Due to the diverse nature of Councils operations, each finance business partner is allocated a separate portfolio to support. Finance business partners also work together as a cohesive team and support each other.

        Applications close Thursday 24 July at 11:45pm

        Project Manager

        The Infrastructure and Operations Division employs dedicated project management resources within sections responsible for delivery of capital works. These teams hold specialist project management staff who are experienced and skilled in: project management and capital delivery, procurement, contract administration, risk management and various engineering disciplines relevant to their field. These staff apply project management processes and practice to deliver projects in the approved capital plan, as defined and managed by the Program Management Office (PMO).

        Applications close Monday 4 August 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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