With nearly 100 diverse job roles across various service sectors, our workforce is deeply committed to serving our community. Recent salary bench marking data confirms that we are one of the highest paying Councils in regional Queensland. We value and recognise that our employees are our most valuable asset and reward them appropriately for their skills and contributions to Cook Shire Council.

Joining our team means collaborating with a network of dedicated local professionals who are not only talented but also deeply invested in the prosperity of our community.
We foster an inclusive and diverse work environment, offering enticing benefits and flexible work arrangements. As an equal opportunity employer, we promote workplace diversity, prioritise a safety-first culture, and work/life balance. Employment with Council ensures stability and security, combined with a unique tropical lifestyle that comes with living in this special part of the world.

For those contemplating a sea change, a career with Cook Shire Council offers abundant potential for growth and enticing prospects for your future.

Benefit of working for Council

A position with Council will enable you to grow your career, while helping to build and better our community. Our staff are supported to grow and develop both personally and professionally with opportunities to experience a variety of career options, advancement and education. Our benefits can also be tailored to support you achieve the goals which are most important to you.

Council employment programs

Council’s employment programs provide inclusive pathways for participants to gain training, skills and experience in supportive, developmental environments. The programs aim to grow high-performing, job-ready candidates, who are ready to transition into future employment opportunities to meet the current and future needs of the organisation, as well as the needs of our vibrant and diverse community.