Come and work as a vital member of our Information Systems & Governance group here at Mareeba Shire Council, located within an easy one-hour drive from Cairns offering a regional lifestyle with all its benefits in relatively close proximity to Cairns.
The role:
As our Governance Officer you will provide administration, advice and support to the Coordinator Governance & Compliance. This position has a focus on administering governance and compliance land and leasing matters including native title and cultural heritage.
What we are looking for:
- You will have strong organisational skills and be able to self-manage priorities and deadlines
- You will be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times
- You will have excellent verbal, written and digital literacy with the ability to communicate professionally in a range of situations
- You will have experience in the use of records management systems, customer request systems as well as basic financial functions
- You will have accurate keyboard skills and be competent in the use of technology including the Microsoft Office suite of programs
What we can offer you:
- Temporary, full-time position for a period of maternity leave*
- LGOA Level 3/1 – $74,485 per annum
- Mareeba Allowance of $2,080 per annum
- 12% employer superannuation contributions
- Work/life balance – 19-day month
- Lifestyle benefits such as access to a Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities
- Salary sacrificing options
Interested?
Please send the following documents to recruitment@msc.qld.gov.au
- Short cover letter (no more than 500 words)
- Your current resume
- Completed Employment Application form
Applications close: Thursday, 21 August 2025
For further information about this position contact Suzanne Clark, Coordinator Governance & Compliance, on 07 4086 4616 during business hours.
*In accordance with section 92 of the Queensland Industrial Relations Act 2016 the successful applicant will be employed as a replacement employee for the term of the incumbent employee’s maternity leave. Although leave may be approved for a period of 12 months, it is important to note that the employee has the right to request to return to work earlier or later than initially approved. When the incumbent advises us of her intention to return to work, we will provide a minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice of completion of this temporary placement.
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.