Division/Section: Planning, Environment & Lifestyle / Community Lifestyle

Position Type: Casual (36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: LGO1 ($31.45 - $36.10 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Sunday 27 September 2026.

About the Role

This position plays a key role in in providing excellent customer service to Gallery patrons and working collaboratively across Council to champion our purpose of Growing Townsville and to deliver the Corporate Plan in consultation with the Townsville Community.

Providing operational support to the Gallery team including supporting exhibition install/demount, collection processes and public program delivery.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

- Sound knowledge of the visual arts with particular emphasis on experience in exhibition install/demount and public program delivery.
- Demonstrated experience working in a gallery, museum or other arts organisation.
- Sound customer service skills including demonstrated experience in working with members of the public from diverse backgrounds, interests, ages and abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of team to deliver Gallery and/or community outcomes.
- Well-developed problem-solving abilities and time management.
- Sound knowledge of computer programs including, Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Creative.
- Current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence.
- Ability to obtain a Blue Card for Working with Children.

For further information review the Position Description.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave




- Natural Disaster Leave
- Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable)
- Annual wage progression
- Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
- Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
- Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
- Employee Assistance Program

* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Jo

Contact Email: ***@townsville.qld.gov.au

(for position enquiries only)

How to Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For further information review the Position Description.

We are committed to creating a secure and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact @townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9*** for a confidential discussion.

📌 Gallery Assistant (Casual) (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville