Employment

Job Opportunities with Coonamble Shire Council

Coonamble Shire Council invites applications to vacancies within its workforce. With attractive benefits and a variety of employment opportunities, working at Council can be a very rewarding career.

Positions are advertised in the local media as well as available on this website. All current positions vacant are listed on this page.

Coonamble Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity. Employment is based on qualifications, merit and operational requirements. The direct or indirect canvassing of any Coonamble Shire Councillor to support an application for a position at Council will result in that application becoming ineligible for further consideration.

Prospective applicants should note that medical and hearing assessment, drug and alcohol testing is a condition of employment at Coonamble Shire Council.  

Positions Vacant

Council currently has 6 positions vacant.

• Casual Pool Attendants

  Listed: 11 Sep 2023

  Location:
  Gulargambone

  Division:
  Parks & Urban Services

  Report to:
  Pool Superintendent

  Status:
  Casual

  Salary Range:
  $33.02 per hour (including 25% leave loading)

  Position Number:
  PUS13

  Grade:
  1

  Applications close:
  25 Sep 2023

  Job description:

  Council is looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for pool safety and people interaction to join our aquatic team at our Coonamble & Gulargambone Pool Complexes. The successful applicants’ duties will include the basic operation and lifeguard duties of the pool facility with emphasis on ensuring the safety of all patrons. 

  Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and able to pass a first aid course and Lifeguard certificate.

  Successful applicants will be placed on a rotating roster for afternoon and weekend work. 

  Training will be provided for pool attendant duties.  

  For information about the position, please visit www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or contact HR on 02 6827 1900 for general enquires. Enquiries about if this is the position for you, please contact Mick Bell, Manager – Parks & Urban Services by calling 02 6827 1922. 

  Working with Children Check essential.

  PROHIBITED PERSONS SHOULD NOT APPLY

  Position Description:

  Position Description - Casual Pool Attendants

  
  

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au and lodged by 25 Sep 2023

• Regulatory Officer

  Listed: 11 Sep 2023

  Location:
  Coonamble

  Division:
  Community, Planning & Governance

  Report to:
  Manager - Planning, Regulatory & Compliance

  Status:
  Full Time

  Salary Range:
  $66,337 - $76,793

  Position Number:
  ESPC03

  Grade:
  7

  Applications close:
  25 Sep 2023

  Job description:

  This opportunity exists for two enthusiastic people with a passion and commitment to regulatory services and compliance to join our team. Council is seeking people who enjoy working around animals and have a genuine interest in making a difference in our community.

  Successful applicants will create a new two-person Regulatory Officer team to enable responsive services as well as a good work life balance in this dynamic environment. Officers will have a balance between working in the field and completing administrative functions and can expect overtime and weekend work when on the on-call roster. 

  These positions offer huge variety including activities at the Coonamble Saleyards, Common and Aerodrome as well as animal rehousing and control, water sampling, community safety plans, issue orders and notices, field inspections, stray animals, overgrown premises and derelict vehicles. 

  Ideally the successful applicants will have demonstrated experience in animal control, enforcing compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, while providing information and guidance on all regulatory matters to the public. Qualifications in regulatory services would be preferred but would be suitable for those with extensive practical experience and the ability to work on-call hours as required.

  The successful candidates will have access to a commuter use vehicle, educational assistance and Council’s health and wellbeing program.  The position will also include membership of the Australian Institute of Local Government Rangers as well as attendance that their annual conference. 

  Applicants must have a current Driver’s Licence, WHS White Card and have the ability to pass background and criminal checks. 

  For information about the position, please visit www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or contact HR on 02 6827 1900 for general enquires. Enquires about if this is the position for you, please contact Lesley Duncan, Manager - Planning, Regulatory & Compliance by calling 6827 1900. 

  Position Description:

  Position Description - Regulatory Officer

  
  

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au and lodged by 25 Sep 2023

• Payroll & HR Officer

  Listed: 18 Sep 2023

  Location:
  Coonamble

  Division:
  People & Culture

  Report to:
  Manager - People & Culture

  Status:
  Full Time

  Salary Range:
  

  Position Number:
  PR03

  Grade:
  7

  Applications close:
  02 Oct 2023

  Job description:

  An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic person to join our People and Culture team, position will focus on the processing of payroll, superannuation, leave and employee entitlements, as well as supporting HR related programs. Ideally the successful applicant would have previous payroll experience, however training would be provided for the right applicant. 

  For information about the position, please visit www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or contact HR on 02 6827 1900 for general enquires. Enquires about if this is the position for you, please contact Thelma Leonard, Manager – People & Culture by calling 6827 1900. 

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and a signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au. 

   

  Coonamble Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity. Employment is based on qualifications, merit and operational requirements. The direct or indirect canvassing of any Coonamble Shire Councillor to support an application for a position at Council will result in that application becoming ineligible for further consideration.

  Position Description:

  Payroll & HR Officer - Position Description

  
  
• Casual Customer Service Officers

  Listed: 07 Nov 2022

  Location:
  Coonamble

  Division:
  Corporate & Sustainability

  Report to:
  Coordinator Customer Excellence & Administration

  Status:
  Casual

  Salary Range:
  $36.77 per hour (including 25% casual loading) + Super

  Position Number:
  C&S09

  Grade:
  3

  Applications close:
  

  Job description:

  Council is looking for highly motivated people with a passion for customer service to create a casual pool within our team. This casual position is responsible for delivering to both external and internal exceptional customer service to ratepayers, clients and other staff. The successful applicant will bring strong customer service skills, enthusiasm and strong administrative skills to work in a professional environment with preferable relevant experience. This position will remain open until the appointment of the right candidate. 

  For information about the position, please visit www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or contact HR on 02 6827 1900 for general enquires. Enquires about if this is the position for you, please contact Bruce Quarmby, Executive Leader - Corporate & Sustainability by calling 6827 1911. 

  A job information pack with full details, selection criteria & application form is available from www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or from the HR Section by calling 6827 1900. 

  Position Description:

  Position Description - Casual Customer Service Officer

  
  

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au and lodged by

• Casual Works Assistant - Parks & Urban Services

  Listed: 01 Aug 2023

  Location:
  Coonamble

  Division:
  Infrastructure

  Report to:
  Senior Technical Officer - Parks & Urban Services

  Status:
  Casual

  Salary Range:
  $31.45 per hour (including 25% casual loading) + Super

  Position Number:
  PUS05

  Grade:
  1

  Applications close:
  

  Job description:

  • $31.45 per hour (including 25% casual loading) + Super 
  • This position will remain open to create a pool of viable applicants

  
  

  Council is looking for highly motivated people to join our Parks and Urban Services team to create a casual pool within our team. The casual position is responsible for assisting with day to day operational activities including garbage collection and maintaining recreational and public facilities and green spaces. This is an excellent entry level opportunity for any garden enthusiasts looking for a position with Council and offers great security. Ideally the successful applicant should have general labouring skills, with a Driver’s Licence and White Card being essential. This position will remain open until the appointment of the right candidate.

  For information about the position, please visit www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or contact HR on 02 6827 1900 for general enquires. Enquires about if this is the position for you, please contact Mick Bell, Manager – Parks & Urban Services by calling 6827 1922. 

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and a signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au. 

  Position Description:

  
  

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au and lodged by

• Casual Youth Workers

  Listed: 21 Feb 2022

  Location:
  Coonamble

  Division:
  Environment, Strategic Planning & Community

  Report to:
  Youth Services Officer/ Community Services Coordinator

  Status:
  Casual

  Salary Range:
  $29.50 per hour (including 25% leave loading) + Super

  Position Number:
  ESPC10

  Grade:
  1

  Applications close:
  

  Job description:

  Council is seeking highly motivated individuals with a passion to work with children and young people to join our Community Services team. This casual position, is for Youth Workers located in either Coonamble, Gulargambone & Quambone. The successful applicants will be responsible for providing services for children and young people including running activities, programs and the supervision of school aged children. This position will remain open to create a pool of viable applicants

  For information about the position, please visit www.coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au or contact HR on 02 6827 1900 for general enquires. Enquires about if this is the position for you, please contact Noreen Vu, Executive Leader – Environment, Strategic Planning & Community by calling 02 6827 1900. 

  Working with Children Check essential.

  PROHIBITED PERSONS SHOULD NOT APPLY

  Position Description:

  Position Description - Casual Youth Workers

  
  

  Written applications addressing the section criteria, resume and signed employment application form are to be forwarded to the General Manager, Post Office Box 249, Coonamble NSW 2829 or email jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au and lodged by

Benefits of working for Council

There are a great many benefits of working for Council, including the following:

• Nine-day fortnight. 
• Four weeks annual leave per year. 
• Three weeks sick leave per year. 
• Long Service leave after five years.
• Access to carers leave, maternity and parental leave for supporting partners.
• Recognition of staff service. 
• Employee Assistance Programme providing external and confidential counselling. 
• Corporate Uniform Allowance as per current policy.
• Council provided hi-vis and safety work wear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
• Ongoing training and development. 
• Employee Social Club. 
• Annual Union Picnic Day for relevant union members. 
• ATSI employees are entitled to attend annual community NAIDOC Day events. 

Entitlements, responsibilities and other resources in relation to working in Local Government are available on the NSW Industrial Relations webpage and spelled out more fully in the Local Government State Award, which can be viewed here.

For senior management positions, benefits can also include, relocation assistance, housing, executive leave, paid professional memberships and leaseback vehicles (including private use). Full details can be found in individual information packages for the specific position. 

Helpful information when applying for a job

Knowing where to begin is often the hardest step, and our Guide for Job Applicants (below) is filled with handy hints and tips.

• Firstly, download and review the following documents:



A Guide for Job Applicants

Employment Application Consent Form

Cover Letter Template

• Download the Position Description.
• Complete the Employment Application Form and Cover Letter.
• Identify the Selection Criteria within the Position Description and address these specifically.
• Save your forms and completed documents as PDF files.
• Submit your application by emailing the completed Employment Application Form, Cover Letter, along with your resume and responses to the Selection Criteria to jobs@coonambleshire.nsw.gov.au.
• You will receive an acknowledgement email from Council when your application has been received.

Our Council

Coonamble Shire Council is one of the town’s major employers, employing more than 100 people across five departments: Infrastructure, Corporate and Sustainability, Environment, Strategic Planning and Community, Economic Development and Growth, and People Risk and Improvement.

Our Community

Coonamble Local Government Area comprises 9,955 square kilometres in the north-west of the State. It is bounded on one side by the Warrumbungle National Park, and on the other by the Western Plains and Macquarie Marshes. The area offers a combination of rich history and country living.

Some Frequently Asked Questions

How can I ensure I submit the best application possible?

So that your application is competitive, ensure that you submit a current resume, at least two referees with current contact details, a written response to the selection criteria and a short cover letter. A signed copy of the employment application cover sheet should also be included. For more information please read “A Guide for Job Applicants”

When will I be notified of the outcome of the selection process?

Applications are considered against the selection criteria and, if successful, interviews are offered about one to two weeks after the advertised closing date. All applicants who did not gain an interview, are notified via mail at this stage. If successful in gaining an interview, please allow seven working days for Council to contact you after the interview. If you are the successful applicant, you will be contacted via phone. All unsuccessful applicants who were interviewed will be notified in writing.

How do I know if I have been offered an interview?

If successful in the selection process, Council will contact you to arrange a suitable time for an interview shortly after the application closing date.

What do I do if I have left something out of my application?

Information can be added to your application at any time until the closing date. After this time, if you are successful in gaining an interview you can bring any additional information to the interview.

Can I put my application on file for future jobs?

While Council maintains a register of people seeking future employment opportunities, you are encouraged to apply for specific positions as they are advertised. It cannot be guaranteed that you will be considered for a specific position automatically if you have submitted a general application.

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