About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer

- An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
- 9-day fortnight roster
- - Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
- Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
- Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

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About The Chance

We are seeking an Organisational Development Officer to coordinate and provide practical delivery support across Council, including supporting leaders to identify skill and capability needs, coordinate training activities,



and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance and operational readiness. You’ll assist with inductions, safety and technical training, manage early-career programs such as traineeships and apprenticeships, and track progress and produce reports. Your work will help shape a culture of learning and development that perks both our employees and the community.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Support the delivery of approved Council programs by coordinating schedules, bookings, participant communications, materials, and post-program follow-up.
- Coordinate established organisational development initiatives, workshops and BRC Way We Work Activities.
- Maintain and update approved resources, toolkits, guides, templates and supporting materials.
- Support employee engagement, recognition, organisational culture, and employee experience by coordinating activities, tracking agreed actions, preparing communications, and assisting with evaluation and continuous improvement activities.
- Undertake research, benchmarking, and evaluation activities, summarising findings and identifying practical considerations to support planning, decision-making, and continuous improvement.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

- Certificate level or higher qualifications in a relevant discipline (administration, adult education, workplace health and safety, business).
- Demonstrated experience coordinating programs, workshops, projects,



or business initiatives
- Solid computer skills across Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to coordinate and deliver training activities across a diverse workforce.
- High-level interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-focused approach.

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The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries, please contact *******@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 ***. Please quote job reference BDBRC1648.

Applications close on Sunday, 6 September 2026, at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.

📌 Organisational Development Officer (Bundaberg Central)
🏢 Bundaberg Regional Council
📍 Bundaberg Central