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Job No: MTEST042026
Location: Mareeba

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About Mareeba Shire Council

Located in beautiful Far North Queensland where the rainforest meets the Outback, the Mareeba Shire provides an idyllic, regional lifestyle with the convenience of being only an hour from an international airport, cafes, restaurants, theatres and tropical beaches in the regional city of Cairns.

Mareeba Shire Council is a high-performing, community-focussed organisation with over 200 dedicated staff. Our recent budget was praised in the media for its considered and sensible approach, demonstrating our commitment to financial responsibility and community investment. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-regarded council making a real impact across the region.

The role

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What we are looking for

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You will be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia. Mareeba Shire Council does not offer employer visa sponsorship. 

What we can offer you

  • Permanent, full-time position
  • LGOA Level 2/1 - $xx,xxx per annum OR BT Level 1 - $xx,xxx per annum comprised of base wage and allowances and an Above Award Payment OR Another combination (refer to the Approval Form for details)
  • Mareeba Allowance of $2,080 per annum
  • 12% employer superannuation contributions
  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Work life balance – 19-day month OR Work life balance - 9 day fortnight
  • Lifestyle benefits such as access to Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance, gift cards and corporate banking
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Salary sacrificing options

For further information

Please refer to the Position Description, or contact Name, Position, on (07) phone (during business hours only). 

How to apply

Click the Apply Now button to begin your application. Applications must contain your current resume and a short cover letter (Word or PDF files only). Please note, your resume and cover letter may be considered examples of your written communication skills.

We review applications as they are received to ensure we secure the best talent for our organisation. In some cases, interviews may be scheduled and roles filled before the advertised closing date. We therefore strongly encourage applicants to submit their applications as early as possible after a position is advertised.

Please note, Mareeba Shire Council does not offer visa sponsorship and you must be either an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia to be considered for this position.

Applications close Day, Date

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity.  We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers. 

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