A career with Burdekin Shire Council is rewarding and enjoyable. The opportunity to be part of a large and diverse organisation with a strong community connection is unique in itself – combine this with the incomparable North Queensland lifestyle, and it’s hard to imagine a more appealing choice.

You might be surprised at the range of services the council provides and supports – explore our current vacancies to find out more about the satisfying and challenging careers available, and take a step towards your new life!

Check the Current Job Vacancies below to see if there is a position available for you in the council.

Health and Safety – our commitment to you

Burdekin Shire Council is committed to providing workplaces which are safe for council workers. This commitment is reflected in the extensive Workplace Health and Safety induction provided to all of our employees, and in the comprehensive safety management systems employed throughout the organisation.

We will endeavour to ensure that our people are provided with suitable direction and training, adequate resources, competent supervision, safe systems of work and appropriate instruction in the use of all equipment including PPE.

Our values

• Service – we commit to excellence
• People – we value each other
• Integrity – we do the right thing
• Respect – we learn through listening
• Enjoyment – we create a fun workplace

Diversity and Equality Opportunities

Burdekin Shire Council provides a positive and supportive working environment to employees. It is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its people such as cultural and physical diversity (people with disabilities).

Employee Relations

Council encourages employees to manage a healthy family/work life balance by providing:

• Generous leave
  • Up to 17.5% leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Long Service Leave which may in some circumstances may be available pro rata after seven years of service
  • Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave (Sick/Carers)
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Active Social Club
• Flexible working schedules (determined by operational requirements)