Executive Officer (3314) – Communities and Environment

Temporary Full Time (6 Months fixed term) | QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5

Location: Yeppoon | Reports to General Manager Communities and Environment 

About Us

Livingstone Shire sits along the stunning Capricorn Coast, covering 11,776 square kilometres and home to nearly 41,000 residents. Since its formation in 2013, Council has grown into a values-driven organisation with around 400 staff committed to delivering for our community.

Our region is known for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant community spirit. It’s a place where connection matters, and where nature and opportunity live side by side.

Council’s culture is built on Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential, and Positivity; values that guide how we work and how we lead.

Our vision is to be A prosperous region for families, business, and future generations. We are committed to creating a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive community where people thrive, nature is protected, and innovation drives progress.

Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:

1. Growth to Fund Service Delivery - Strategic investments and development to create sustainable revenue streams that support quality community services.
2. Services That Meet Customer Expectations - Responsive, accessible and high-quality services that address the evolving needs of residents and businesses.
3. Efficiency in Delivery - Streamlined processes, elimination of red tape, and smart resource allocation to maximise value for ratepayers and opportunity for Business diversity and growth.
4. Protecting Our Natural Resources - Creating opportunity to protect and value Livingstone’s natural resources for future generations, whilst encouraging sustainable consumption of resources across our region.

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an organised, proactive and professional Executive Officer to join our Communities and Environment portfolio.

Reporting directly to the General Manager Communities and Environment, you will provide high-level executive and administrative support, ensuring the efficient operation of the General Manager's office while contributing to effective business operations across the portfolio. You will work in a fast-paced environment requiring exceptional communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing high-level executive and administrative support, including diary management, correspondence, reporting and document preparation. 
• Coordinating meetings, agendas, minutes and governance processes across the portfolio. 
• Managing business systems, records, reporting processes and quality assurance activities. 
• Supporting business planning, performance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Coordinating stakeholder enquiries, complaints and operational matters and preparing professional responses. 
• Providing advice to internal and external stakeholders regarding Council systems, policies and procedures. 
• Supporting and mentoring administration staff while fostering a high-performing and customer-focused team environment

About You:

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated professional who demonstrates:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer service focus. 
• Sound knowledge of administrative practices, reporting and business support functions. 
• The ability to plan workloads, manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines. 
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders. 
• Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating support staff. 
• Strong computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications and corporate business systems

Mandatory Requirements to be successful in this position:

• Certificate IV in Business or Frontline Management and/or experience coordinating a small team. 
• Current C Class Driver Licence.

Benefits:

• Annual Salary $101,961 p/a pro rata (QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5).
• Plus 13% superannuation 
• Fortnightly RDOs—because balance matters.
• Salary packaging options—to help you make the most of your earnings.
• A values-driven culture where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are more than just words—they’re how we work, every day.

If you are ready to submit your application, please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume, qualifications/ licences.

Applications close Monday, 30 November 2026 at midnight (AEST).

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.