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Would you like to combine a rewarding career with a relaxed country lifestyle in a safe and friendly community environment?

You'll feel right at home in the Western Downs Region.

At the Western Downs Regional Council, we understand that the continued success of our organisation depends on the quality of our people. To ensure we attract and retain the best possible people to meet our future needs, we provide a range of benefits including:
 

Community Engagement  

you'll work closely with the local community, respond to their needs and provide them with real solutions - you'll make a difference.

Diversity    

no work will be the same, and you'll find many opportunities to multiskill.

Job Flexibility           

you'll be able to move freely within the industry and around the state.

Job Security    

your job will be secure and you'll enjoy annual leave, long service leave and superannuation schemes.

Leadership  

opportunities to lead and manage will be there if you want them.

Lifestyle  

your new direction will really improve your quality of life.

Professional Development  

you'll always be encouraged to undertake further education and training, so you will continually develop new skills and expertise.

Promotion    

your advancement options will be very broad, and in some areas your merit-based promotion may come sooner than you expect.

Support     

there are professional associations that will support your training and provide you with opportunities to continually expand your skills and experience.

Travel

you will be in demand throughout Australia and even overseas, so your opportunities to travel will increase.

Variety

the work is varied and spans many professional and trade areas.

Workplace

it's a dynamic, fair and flexible work environment.


To start your career with Council, see what current vacancies are available.


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