Our Region
Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions.
Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, innovative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.
You'll be glad you made it!
Our Council
Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents' lives.
Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve.
At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive.
As a child secure organisation, Gladstone Regional Council are committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people.
Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.
View our
Access and Inclusion Action Plan
,
Reconciliation Action Plan
and
Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy
Our Culture & Our Benefits
Join our supportive and collaborative culture where your well-being comes first.
We're committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.
We partner with our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture.
Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region.
We are proud of who we are and what we do.
We are #ProudlyGRC!
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Better Balance,



Better Benefits with GRC
Sport and Recreation Officer
Council is seeking to appoint a permanent full time Sport and Recreation Officer to contribute to Council's success.
Permanent Full Time, 9 day fortnight
Located at Philip Street Precinct
Better Balance, Better Benefits with GRC
About the Role
The purpose of this position is to work within the Community Partnerships team to support the development of healthy, safe and inclusive communities by increasing opportunities for participation in sport and active recreation.
This position will foster positive and meaningful relationships with the Gladstone Region's sport and recreation organisations.
This position supports Council's direction by identifying and developing opportunities and strategies to enhance the capability and viability of sport and recreation organisations, assisting with the strategic planning and management of sport and recreation projects and contributing to the effective utilisation of sport and recreation facilities within the Gladstone Region.
Your role will include:
Identifying, contributing, and responding to community services sport and recreation initiatives.
Fostering positive and meaningful relationships with the Gladstone Region's sport and recreation organisations
Leading the development, promotion and continuous improvement of sport and recreational program events and initiatives.
Developing your career in local government
Being present,



pro-active and solutions-focused and recognise that the community is the core of our business.
You will bring:
Relevant qualifications in Sport and Recreation, Community Development related disciplines and/or proven experience to carry out the responsibilities of the role.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in sport and recreation planning, program development and implementation, project management, community engagement and consultation.
High level interpersonal skills and effective communication (oral and written) skills to engage with a broad client base.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
Must be eligible and willing to obtain on appointment, a positive notice Working with Children Blue Card.
Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.
Ability to work occasional after hours and weekends or travel when required to increase community accessibility.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.
Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process.
This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing.
We welcome you to disclose any reasonable adjustments that may be required throughout the recruitment process.
For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on
(07) •••• •700
or email the Talent Acquisition Team at
******
.
Closing Date
12 noon Friday 21 August ****.

📌 Sport And Recreation Officer (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Gladstone Regional Council
📍 Gladstone Central