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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| Join Cairns Regional Council’s Water Services team and work on one of the region’s most critical assets – our clean drinking water network servicing 160,000+ residents. With 3,300km of water mains, 68+ reservoirs and 49+ pump stations, we keep Cairns flowing – and we’re growing our team. We’re looking for Water Reticulation Plumbers and Smart Water Meter Plumbers. Open advertisements – applications will be reviewed as received. We’re seeking a strategic, forward thinking leader with tertiary qualifications in cultural planning, arts management or a related field, and extensive experience delivering complex arts and culture programs or business operations. You’ll bring a deep understanding of local government cultural planning, alongside high level knowledge of national and state arts and cultural policy settings. Your background includes leading multidisciplinary teams, guiding organisational change and fostering a collaborative, innovative workplace culture. Applications close Sunday 1 March at 11.30pm Animal Management Compliance Officer Help keep our community safe and support responsible pet ownership through a mix of education, compliance and hands on animal management. If you enjoy working with people and animals, solving problems, and making a visible impact, this role could be for you. Applications close Sunday 1 March at 11.30pm Step into a hands‑on role supporting the creative heartbeat of the Tanks Arts Centre, where you’ll help bring exhibitions and events to life through skilled installation work, technical support and exceptional visitor service. We’re seeking someone with demonstrated experience displaying visual art and a practical, reliable and proactive approach to manual tasks. You’ll be confident using hand tools, able to work autonomously, and committed to maintaining safe, efficient work practices. Applications close Sunday 1 March at 11.30pm We’re seeking a skilled investigator with demonstrated experience in Local Laws, animal management, or regulatory enforcement. You’ll bring sound knowledge of relevant legislation, strong investigative and report‑writing skills and the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements. You’ll be confident handling and assessing the behaviour of dogs, cats and other animals, including using safe capture and containment techniques. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pm We’re seeking a motivated and reliable team member with the physical capacity to undertake a variety of labouring and horticultural maintenance tasks in a tropical environment. You’ll bring experience operating small plant and equipment, driving trucks with trailers, and carrying out routine servicing and safety checks. A strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental considerations and quality customer service is essential. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pm Coordinator Program Management We’re seeking a confident, strategic program governance professional with senior-level experience in capital delivery, engineering, or a local government environment. You’ll bring strong financial and analytical capability, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage complex, multi‑disciplinary programs. You will be skilled at building relationships across all levels of an organisation, navigating competing priorities and driving improvements in program governance, forecasting and project management frameworks. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pmFirst 5 Forever Project Officer We’re seeking a passionate, community‑minded professional with a background in Early Childhood or equivalent experience, who is confident developing and delivering programs that build early literacy and learning outcomes. You’ll bring strong organisational and analytical skills, the ability to juggle a varied workload and experience administering grants, budgets and project timelines. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pmWe’re seeking a proactive and organised team member who thrives in a client‑focused environment and enjoys supporting others. You’ll bring experience in human resources, organisational development, training administration or similar, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain strong attention to detail. You’ll be confident using a wide range of computer applications and comfortable creating promotional materials and assisting with eLearning content. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pmAs a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic with Council, you’ll maintain, repair, and service a diverse fleet of vehicles, heavy and agricultural plant, and small equipment. You’ll ensure all work complies with Council procedures, maintain accurate job records, assist with new equipment installation, and contribute to workshop efficiency. The role involves hands-on mechanical work, diagnostics, and teamwork, with a focus on safety, quality, and excellent customer service. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pmLabourer Water Services (Multiple Positions Available) You’ll be on the front line of delivering safe, reliable water to our community. Working outdoors as part of a supportive crew, you’ll help maintain, repair and upgrade Council’s water network—everything from mains and property connections to hydrants and valves. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pm You will carry out electrical repairs, maintenance and installations across Council’s vehicle fleet, heavy plant, agricultural plant and small plant. The role is grounded in professionalism, safe practices and a commitment to quality service— ensuring plant and equipment remain ready to serve the community each day. Applications close Sunday 8 March at 11:30pm Coordinator - Tactical Asset Management In this leadership role, you will drive improvements in maintenance management programs, data governance, asset management practices and frameworks. You’ll lead the uplift of our Asset Management System, strengthening the consistency, quality and usability of asset data to enable evidence-based decision-making and more efficient service delivery. Applications close Sunday 15 March at 11:30pm |
 | 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. |
| 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. Administration Reception Officer The Administration Reception Officer will bring smiles to the front desk while keeping Council life running smoothly. Empowering the community with upbeat service and can do energy.
Applications close Thursday 26 February The Childcare Coordinator will lead a small community focused childcare service, shaping learning and supporting families while overseeing daily operations in a rewarding outback role with exceptional benefits and work life balance for your future.
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| Douglas Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Plant Operator to join our Civil Works team. The successful applicant will operate Councils plant maintenance and construction activities ensuring maximum productivity with a high standard of workmanship and job safety. Primary Objectives are to:
Applications close Friday Friday 6 March at 6pm DRFA Project Administration Officer (Maximum Term until February 2028) Douglas Shire Council is seeking a DRFA Project Administration Officer to join the Infrastructure Recovery team for a maximum term until February 2028. Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to provide cohesive, skilled, broadly based administration support to Council’s Cyclone Jasper Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), 2025 and 2026 Activation and QRA Water Recovery Program within the Infrastructure Recovery Team. Applications close Friday 6 March at 5:00pm |
| Lockyer Valley Regional Council is seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the position of Library and Gallery Officer within our Libraries and Galleries Team. The position is responsible for ensuring that high standards of library and art gallery services are provided to the residents of and visitors to the Lockyer Vallery, in accordance with Council Corporate, Strategic and Operations Plans, to promote the library and art gallery services as a pivotal community facility for Council. Applications close Monday 9 March 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: |
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| Undertake maintenance tasks on Council's park infrastructure, ensuring park equipment and facilities remain safe and functional for the benefit of the community. Applications close Wednesday 25 February This role is all about enabling the organisation to make confident, informed digital decisions that improve service quality, operational efficiency and customer outcomes. Applications close Thursday 26 February Principal Data and Application Engineer Working across AWS and Microsoft Fabric, you’ll engineer the systems that drive smarter decisions, personalised services, and future-proof digital experiences for the City. Applications close Monday 2 March Principal Data Engineer - Fabric Be the technical authority and driving force behind our modern data ecosystem where you will lead the end‑to‑end design, governance, and optimisation of the Microsoft Fabric platform. Applications close Monday 2 March Principal Cyber Security Analyst Join council as our Principal Cyber Security Analyst, where you'll take charge of our security landscape, ensuring council data remains protected, available, and compliant. Applications close Monday 2 March If you’re studying in 2026, this could be your chance to learn, grow and make an impact. Kickstart your career while you study and get paid to help build Australia’s newest city! |
| Director - Assets, Infrastructure & Operations We are seeking an experienced Director to lead Council's essential service delivery and asset management functions. This senior leadership position is responsible for the safe, reliable and compliant delivery of essential services across the Shire. This includes water and wastewater operations, civil works, roads, facilities and community infrastructure, fleet, parks and open spaces, marine/airport services, and cemetery operations. Applications close Sunday 15 March Director - Corporate, Community & Economic Development We are seeking an experienced Director to lead the organisations corporate governance, financial sustainability & economic growth and community development functions. In this role you will build internal capability, improve systems, and support a values driven cultured enterprise development, and local supplier participation in Council projects and services. A key focus is local economic uplift—supporting small business readiness, microenterprise development, and local supplier participation in Council projects and services. Applications close Sunday 15 MarchWorkplace Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Advisor Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking an WHSEQ Advisor to strengthen our safety systems, support our people and help create safer workplaces across Council operations. The WHSEQ Advisor plays a hands-on, community focused role supporting workplace health and safety, environmental compliance, and quality management across Council. Applications close Sunday 15 March |
| Quilpie Shire Council has adopted a record-breaking $154.8M budget for 2025/26 and has multiple employment opportunities to join our team and be a part of executing it. Quilpie Shire offers a truly unique rural lifestyle, blending the charm of wide-open spaces with the convenience of modern amenities. We continually strive for excellence and a career with Quilpie Shire Council is guaranteed to include a lifestyle where you can actively shape the future with meaningful contributions – for the community, yourself and your family. |
| Are you an enthusiastic, motivated Electrician seeking a role which sees you working locally and home each night with your family? Facilities are seeking a trade qualified Electrician to perform a wide range of electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding and testing activities which ensures the safe and efficient operation of Council’s assets. With your knowledge of the relevant Electrical Australian standards, Acts and Regulations you will enjoy performing a variety of tasks and completing electrical projects within the Rockhampton Region. You are skilled at prioritising your work and have the ability to read and interpret plans and problem solve. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Do you have experience undertaking payroll activities and have an understanding of relevant legislation and guidelines relating to the payment of employees? Council is seeking a committed Payroll Officer to join their highly motivated and customer focussed team. If you are seeking to pursue a career in payroll then this role is for you! Applications close Monday 2 March at midnightAs a Supervisor Parks Operations, you’ll play a key role in shaping and maintaining the Rockhampton region’s parks and open spaces. This is a hands-on leadership position where you’ll oversee day-to-day maintenance and construction activities, while also contributing to long-term planning and continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll lead a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and customer service, and work closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects that enhance our community spaces. Your ability to manage resources, budgets, and timelines will be critical, as will your commitment to fostering a positive team culture and driving best practice in parks management. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Maintenance and Livestock Specialist As the Maintenance and Livestock Specialist at the Rockhampton Heritage Village, you’ll play a hands on role in bringing our unique cultural tourism experience to life. Working as part of the Heritage Services team, you’ll help care for a variety of livestock, support the daily operation of the Village, and maintain the grounds, facilities and heritage spaces that make our site so special. Every day will bring variety, from caring for horses and other livestock, preparing displays, and interacting with visitors, to operating plant and equipment, assisting with events, and maintaining our heritage precinct. You’ll also work closely with volunteers, providing guidance and supporting their involvement across the Village. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your workmanship, and have a passion for livestock care, particularly horses, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to preserving and sharing our region’s history in a truly meaningful way. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Are you currently undertaking or eligible to commence studying towards an Engineering (Civil) qualification and have a passion for Civil Design? Council is seeking a highly motivated Cadet Civil Designer to join their busy team. You will have a positive attitude towards learning and development and be committed to completing the required studies externally whilst working full time. In this exciting developmental role you will be responsible for assisting in a range of investigation, survey, design, drafting and documentation services associated with municipal infrastructure and other projects. Your flexibility and experience will positively contribute to the team environment ensuring your success in the role. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Are you a motivated and safety driven Electrician looking to take the next step in your career? This is the position for you! You’ll put your electrical expertise to work across critical water and sewage infrastructure in the Rockhampton region - tackling maintenance, installations and fault finding that keep our systems running smoothly. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, working with a great team and taking pride in high quality, safe work, you’ll thrive here. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Rockhampton Regional Council is looking for a motivated and experienced Team Leader to guide a small crew in delivering a diverse range of maintenance projects across the region. If you're someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys working outdoors, and takes pride in seeing a job well done - this is your chance to step into a rewarding role with Council. Whether you're seeking a fresh start or the next step in your leadership journey, this opportunity offers variety, challenge, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to your community. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders and business leaders to understand their talent needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. You will take ownership of the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and screening candidates to conducting interviews and extending offers. Additionally, you will build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, ensuring a positive experience throughout the hiring process. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Coordinator Waste and Recycling Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking an accomplished professional to step into the role of Coordinator, Waste and Recycling Collections. This position is instrumental in overseeing the efficient and compliant operation of waste collection and recycling services. With a commitment to safety, sustainability, and fiscal responsibility, you will lead the team in delivering high-quality services to the Rockhampton community while ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative requirements. As a hardworking, forward-thinking professional, you will lead the team to achieve objectives with commercial benefit for Council whilst balancing the service obligations to the local community. With the ability to mentor and motivate a team, you will manage in a safe, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manner, ensuring your team have a unified approach and work effectively as a team. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Are you an enthusiastic individual with a knack for hands-on work and experience in civil construction? Are you eager to take your skills to the next level and grow in a supportive environment? Our Rural Operations team is searching for an individual who is reliable, hardworking, and able to follow instructions. If this sounds like you, apply now! Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Our Urban Operations team have a permanent full-time opportunity within one of their Civil Operations teams. Assist in civil construction and general labouring duties, including stormwater, drainage, concreting, mobile plant, spotting machinery while undergoing road reconstruction and various other designated tasks. Applications close Monday 2 March at midnight Fitzroy River Water is seeking three experienced Plant Operator/Labourers to assist with construction and maintenance activities associated with the delivery of water and sewerage services. 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Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight Team Leader - Traffic Controller We are seeking a motivated and experienced Traffic Control Team Leader to join our civil operations team. In this role, you will provide daily support to the Supervisor while coordinating and supervising the activities of the traffic control crew. In this role, you’ll be keeping things moving and safe - directing traffic, checking signs and barriers, making sure sites are set up right, and jumping in on construction or maintenance tasks when needed. This is a hands on position where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to work outdoors, contribute to important civil projects, and be part of a supportive, hardworking team. If you are reliable, safety minded, and eager to make a real impact every day, we would love to hear from you. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight We are seeking motivated and experienced Traffic Controllers to join our civil operations team and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our worksites. As a Traffic Controller, you will be out on-site managing the flow of vehicles and pedestrians, setting up and inspecting traffic signs, barriers, and devices to confirm they are in proper working order, and making sure all safety measures are in place. You will conduct pre-site inspections to verify that signage is correctly positioned, follow traffic management plans and relevant legislation, and maintain accurate records of daily activities. Your role will be critical in protecting both the public and your fellow crew members, while also assisting with a variety of construction and maintenance tasks when required. This is a hands on position where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to work outdoors, contribute to important civil projects, and be part of a supportive, hardworking team. If you are reliable, safety minded, and eager to make a real impact every day, we would love to hear from you. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight Bring your energy, hands on skills and love of the outdoors to a role where no two days look the same. This position takes you across the region on a variety of projects, tackling diverse labouring tasks that support the construction and maintenance of essential water and sewerage services for Fitzroy River Water. From concreting to mowing, machinery operation and using a range of tools, you’ll be right in the action - helping deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities running. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight Have you got a background in Civil Construction and looking for the next step in your career? This is your chance to make a real impact in our community. Lead the Urban Operations team in undertaking a wide range of construction and maintenance work including general labouring, road building, pipe laying, concreting, maintaining and operating small machinery and plant operation. You will coordinate and supervise your team’s daily activities, forward plan works and ensure all construction plans, specifications and standards are adhered to. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight Senior Workplace Investigations Officer As the Senior Workplace Investigations Officer, you will lead and conduct complex and sensitive investigations across Council, ensuring adherence to legislative, administrative law and organisational requirements. You will act as a trusted specialist, providing expert advice on complaint management, statutory compliance, corrupt conduct matters, and Public Interest Disclosure investigations. Your work directly supports governance, accountability and organisational improvement across Council. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight As the First Nations Arts Officer at Rockhampton Museum of Art, you will help shape and deliver culturally informed engagement and learning programs that reflect and celebrate First Nations knowledge, perspectives and artistic practice. Working within the Audience Engagement and Learning team, you will contribute to the development and delivery of accessible programs for diverse audiences, ensuring First Nations cultural protocols and governance are embedded throughout the Museum’s activities. You will collaborate closely with First Nations stakeholders, artists, community groups and internal teams to design programs, support cultural governance, and contribute to planning, marketing, evaluation and program logistics. This role is ideal for someone passionate about cultural learning and community engagement, who can build strong relationships, communicate effectively and help bring vibrant First Nations-focused programming to life at Rockhampton Museum of Art. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight Sports and Irrigations Gardener Are you wanting to gain more experience in Sports and Irrigation? Join Rockhampton Regional Council’s Parks Operations team as a Sports and Irrigation Gardener and play a vital role in shaping the green heart of our community. In this hands-on position, you’ll be responsible for the routine maintenance of Council’s sporting fields and reserves including mowing operations, top dressing, fertilising, herbicide application and irrigation systems. You’ll work closely with the Team Leader to ensure our sports facilities are maintained to a high standard for sports. From mowing, to installing irrigation systems and preparing sites for community sports events, your work will directly enhance the quality of life in Rockhampton. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight Arboriculture Gardeners/Arborists Are you wanting to gain more experience in arboriculture? Councils Arboriculture and Street Scapes unit has two exciting opportunities for motivated and positive team players to join their team as an Arboriculture Gardeners / Arborists. Level dependent on skills and experience. You will be responsible for carrying out tree activities in the region including the removal and pruning of street and park trees, assessing of the health of trees and assisting with recommendations for removal or treatment of unhealthy and problem trees. You will take pride in your work and have a passion for the industry and seeing tasks through to completion. Applications close Monday 9 March at midnight |
| This position is responsible for supervising and directing a designated crew, plant and materials to fulfil daily road construction and maintenance activities throughout the Tablelands region. Applications close Wednesday 25 February This role is responsible for assisting in the efficient and effective operations of Councils Facilities section to ensure the safe and serviceable condition of Council owned buildings and other structures across Tablelands Regional Council area. Applications close Sunday 1 March This position is responsible for directing a designated crew, plant and materials to fulfil daily Parks and Gardens activities throughout the Tablelands Region. Applications close Tuesday 10 March |
| Corporate Fire and Security Advisor Join Council as a Corporate Fire and Security Advisor and play a vital role in protecting our people, facilities, and critical infrastructure. In this advisory position, you will lead the development of physical security and fire safety policies, frameworks, and programs that ensure compliance with legislation and reflect modern best practice standards. You’ll provide expert strategic and technical advice across the organisation, driving a proactive safety culture and supporting effective risk management. The role oversees the planning and delivery of physical and electronic security systems, coordinates responses to security incidents, and contributes to investigations to strengthen organisational resilience. You will also support fire safety compliance, maintain evacuation plans and regulatory records, and deliver essential training, drills, and awareness programs across Council sites. Building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, you will shape security strategies, support emergency control structures, and help embed processes that safeguard Council assets, employees, and the community. Applications close Sunday 1 March at 11:45pm This role is responsible for planning, designing, and delivering Council’s water and wastewater infrastructure projects across capital and operational programs. You will manage a diverse portfolio of projects from option assessment through to detailed design, working with internal stakeholders and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. The position involves preparing project briefs, scopes, and technical specifications, reviewing designs and proposals, and contributing to the development and application of Council standards and industry codes to support best practice outcomes in water and sewer infrastructure. Applications close Sunday 1 March at 11:45pm This pivotal role will deliver innovative, best-practice infrastructure solutions that directly support the growth and liveability of Townsville. You will oversee the planning, concept development and detailed design of renewal, upgrade and new civil projects, ensuring exceptional outcomes for our community and contributing to the long-term capital works vision. As a technical leader, you will provide expert guidance, supervision and RPEQ sign-off, champion Safety in Design, and foster a high-performance culture built on collaboration, continuous improvement and shared success. You will shape and maintain civil design standards, manage cost estimates and rates, and work closely with multidisciplinary asset teams including stormwater, open space, water and wastewater, to deliver integrated, community-centred infrastructure. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer ready to progress into a senior leadership role or seeking a lifestyle change in a thriving regional centre. Townsville offers an affordable cost of living, a warm outdoor lifestyle and a welcoming community, making it the perfect place to advance your career while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling way of life. Applications close Sunday 22 March at 11:45pm In this critical leadership role, you’ll turn Council’s goals into clear direction for our civil works crews, helping them deliver reliable, safe and high-quality services for the community. You’ll manage budgets sensibly, plan resources effectively and support your teams to do their best work. A key part of the role is keeping our systems and processes running smoothly, finding better ways of working and making practical use of new technology. You’ll work closely with government partners, industry and local organisations to support Townsville’s growth, while ensuring our construction and maintenance programs meet all legislative, quality and RMPC requirements. For those considering a move to Townsville, this is a great opportunity to settle into a welcoming, growing regional city where your work directly benefits the community. This role suits a grounded, team focused manager who values practical solutions, clear communication and strong relationships with frontline staff. Applications close Sunday 22 March 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'. |
