Join Central Coast Council Tasmania – Make a difference where you live and love where you work

Central Coast Council is dedicated to shaping a vibrant future for over 25,000 residents on Tasmania’s picturesque North West Coast. We offer careers that make a meaningful difference - through responsible governance, sustainable development and community-focused service delivery.

Why work with us?

- Employer of Choice - Join a workplace recognised as a Tasmanian Employer of Choice, offering flexibility, growth and a great team culture

- Impactful Work – Contribute to initiatives that enhance the local environment, infrastructure, and community wellbeing

- Lifestyle & Flexibility – Benefit from birthday leave, flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance, a discounted corporate gym membership and up to 3.5% additional superannuation co-contribution

- Supportive Environment – Experience a workplace culture grounded in care, inclusion, and safety, including effective workplace health and safety systems and training

- Professional Development – Access formal training, mentoring, and the opportunity to contribute across diverse teams and projects

- Exceptional Location – Live and work in the Central Coast region known for its natural beauty and relaxed coastal lifestyle

Central Coast Council is committed to upholding the values of Customer Focus, Open Communication, Accountability, Safety and Together - One Team (C.O.A.S.T.) in local governance. If you are seeking a career that aligns with our aspirations and values, we encourage you to take your next step with us.

Your new role – Community Engagement Officer

Are you organised, great with people and passionate about community engagement?

As our Community Engagement Officer,



you’ll work closely with Council’s Infrastructure Services team to support the delivery of important capital works and infrastructure projects across the Central Coast.

You’ll build relationships with residents, businesses and stakeholders, plan and coordinate community engagement, and help make sure people receive clear and timely information about projects that affect them. You’ll also support Council’s broader communications, including website and social media content.

This is a great chance for someone who enjoys working with people, can juggle competing priorities and wants to play a practical role in projects that make a difference in the community.

What we’re looking for:

- Tertiary qualifications in Communications and Engagement, Economics, Tourism, Management, or a similar discipline.

- Proven experience in communication, stakeholder engagement, or related roles.

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

- Familiarity with social media platforms, branding principles, and marketing strategies.

- Previous similar work with infrastructure service teams and projects.

Salary and conditions:

- Fixed-term Part-time position for 12 months (3 days per week/45 hours per fortnight).

- Role commences on the week of 7 December 2026.

- You must be able to work on Fridays; you will have a choice of the other 2 days you work.

- Central Coast Council’s Enterprise Agreement – Professional Level 2 ($52.27 per hour).

How to apply

To view the position description, selection criteria and to apply, please visit our website:

https://www.centralcoast.tas.gov.au/current-vacancies/community-engagement-officer/

Please note that applications will only be accepted via our website. Please include a current resume, cover letter and response to the selection criteria.

For any enquiries, please call (03) 6429 8***.

Applications close on 10 October 2026.

📌 Community Engagement Officer (Ulverstone)
🏢 Central Coast Council Tas
📍 Ulverstone