Employment at Council
Cairns Regional Council is one of the region’s largest employers and we deliver more than 400 services and programs to the community.
Our diverse workforce provides positions in areas ranging from administration and finance to community services, health and environment to library services, arts to sports and recreation, animal management to town planning, engineering to construction and much more. Council employees enjoy generous benefits and career development opportunities.
We offer a wide range of challenging and rewarding work opportunities - whether you are starting a career or looking to enhance your existing experience and skills. So come live, work and play in one of the most beautiful places on earth!
Vacancies & applications
Explore our current vacancies to find out more about the rewarding and challenging positions available and take a step towards your next career.
Employment conditions
Cairns Regional Council offers exciting and rewarding job opportunities with excellent working conditions and benefits.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities for 2024 open in October.
Cadets & graduates
Cadets and graduates are employed on a casual basis for a minimum of 12 months.
Work experience
Council recognises the value of students gaining practical, meaningful work experience.
Choose Cairns
Choose Cairns, information for people considering a move to Cairns.
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Last Updated: 19 January 2024
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