Job Vacancies

Council is seeking to appoint two permanent Labourers to join our Rural and Urban Operations teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a progressive organisation, and contribute to the community you live in.

Candidates will undertake a wide range of labouring tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team responsible for the construction and maintenance of the Council’s infrastructure assets.

If you share Council’s Values - Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity apply today and join our Local Government Team!

Council’s Communications and Engagement team are seeking to appoint a Communications and Engagement Officer to join their talented team of professionals who are at the forefront of changes impacting our local community.  

The ideal candidate will be an experienced communications and engagement practitioner with exceptional communication skills and the ability to understand community issues and Council projects, programs, and initiatives. As a Communications and Engagement Officer, you will identify opportunities for collaborative community engagement of differing levels of complexity between specific localities, the general community, and elected Councillors and lead the process of engaging with stakeholders and interested parties.

You will have quality writing and editing experience and will assist with various aspects of corporate publications including editorial and communication activities and respond to enquiries. It is an essential part of the role to understand community issues and Council projects, programs, and activities. Your exceptional written and verbal communication skills will enable you to establish working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and produce professional communications including but not limited to briefing notes, reports, and website content.

Please refer to the full position description for a greater understanding of the positions’ responsibilities and requirements.

Council’s Support Services team is looking for a Team Leader, somebody who is experienced in motivating and cultivating cohesive teamwork through collaboration, recognition, and achievement of shared tasks and goals. Being a great communicator is critical, as this position leads a support services team providing multi disciplined administrative support across the business unit and frequently engages with internal and external customers providing information, support and solutions.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in the provision of high level administrative support and supervisory experience leading and mentoring a professional support service team.  You will effectively manage your time and responsible for planning and setting priorities, organising and delegating work, and coaching for improvement through monitoring performance and productivity. The team leader plays a key role in promoting safety at work, through safe work practices, sharing safety experiences and reporting.

If you are looking for a change, and for a position that will challenge you but also provide fulfillment and job satisfaction, consider applying today!

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to understand and negotiate solutions in a timely manner.  You will provide input into the development of work instructions impacting your work and contribute to the capability and capacity of the team and adopt and promote a positive working environment.  

If you believe that you have transferable skills relevant to the responsibilities of the position have a background of working in a multi disciplined organisation, and you are interested in this position, consider applying today and join a progressive organisation serving the greater Livingstone Region.

Please refer to the full position description for a greater understanding of the positions’ responsibilities and requirements.

Livingstone Shire Council has an opportunity available for a Revenue and Recovery Officer and the team is looking forward to welcoming its newest team member.  Candidates will have experience in the management of general accounts receivable, timely processing of transactions, the recovery of outstanding debts and will have a sound understanding of Local Government Revenue Raising and Debt Recovery principals. 

As a Revenue and Recovery Officer you will maintain the integrity of Council’s financial records and play a key role in maintaining rating and debtor databases. You will be responsible for providing high level administrative and financial assistance in a professional, efficient, and confidential manner. A proficient multitasker, you will respond promptly to enquiries and ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner whilst managing competing demands of your time.

The ideal candidate will have strong verbal and written communications skills, attention to detail and a working knowledge of debt recovery procedures (or willingness to learn) whereby you must be able to deal with people at all levels within the organisation and with external customers.

If you believe that you have transferable skills relevant to the responsibilities of the position gained from working in a similar position such as revenue officer, accounts receivable officer, conveyancing, accounts administration, or as a bookkeeper, consider applying today and join a progressive organisation serving the greater Livingstone Region.

Please refer to the full position description for a greater understanding of the positions’ responsibilities and requirements.

Council is seeking to appoint qualified and experienced plant operator/labourers on an ongoing casual basis to join its Urban Operations team.  Candidates will have demonstrated plant operation and labouring experience with a strong commitment to safety practices and will contribute as an effective and positive team member. Your depot is based in Yeppoon however, travel across the Livingstone region will be required as part of the role.

If you share Council’s Values - Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity apply today and join our Local Government Team!

Council is seeking to appoint an experienced trade qualified mechanic. This is your opportunity to be a part of a progressive organisation, and work locally in the community you live in.

As a Mechanic with Council, you will undertake repairs and maintenance on a wide variety of Council vehicles, plant and machinery in a professional manner both individually and as part of a multi-disciplined team. The work will be broad, interesting and at times challenging.

Come and join the team at Livingstone Shire Council and submit your application today to discuss the position and what flexible working arrangements Council can offer you!