Coordinator Disaster Recovery

5 days ago

Mareeba QLD, Australia Mareeba Shire Council Full time $110,000 - $130,000 per year

Come and work as a vital member of our Works team here at Mareeba Shire Council, located within an easy one-hour drive from Cairns offering a regional lifestyle with all its benefits in relatively close proximity to Cairns.

The Role:

Our Coordinator Disaster Recovery reports to the Manager Works and is responsible for the overall coordination of Council's Disaster Recovery activities including the coordinating of consultants, inspections, emergency works, REPA delivery, betterment and funding applications.

What we are looking for:

  • You will have tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Civil/Structural Engineering or Surveying, or equivalent experience in road construction and maintenance projects, along with a minimum of 5 years of management experience in the Civil Engineering field in a medium to large multi-disciplined organisation
  • You will have highly developed verbal communication skills with demonstrated achievement in effectively liaising and negotiating with clients, regulatory authorities, consultation groups and other staff
  • You will have highly developed written communication skills, with the ability to interpret and analyse financial information, prepare effective reports and correspondence and perform contract administration along with an understanding of budget processes and procurement
  • You will possess highly developed computer literacy skills, specifically in accessing information management systems, using project control, design programs and scheduling software with a strong knowledge of relevant Microsoft-based software packages and databases (eg MARS)
  • You will have the ability to time manage multiple projects for delivery to Civil Works or external clients
  • You will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and practical application of relevant standards, technical guidelines and regulations and be able to detail your experience in coordinating works carried out under Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA)

What we can offer you:

  • Temporary, full-time position (2 years)
  • LGOA Level 7/1 – $105,910 per annum
  • Mareeba Allowance of $2,080 per annum
  • 12% employer superannuation contributions
  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Work/life balance – 19-day month
  • Lifestyle benefits such as access to Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance, gift cards and corporate banking
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Salary sacrificing options

Interested?

Please send the following documents to

  • Cover letter (no more than 300 words)
  • Your current resume
  • Completed Employment Application form

Applications Close: Sunday, 12 October 2025

Contact:

For further information about this position contact Kael Whitnell, Manager Works, on during business hours.

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customer

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