Corporate Governance Officer

1 week ago

Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia Liverpool Plains Shire Council Full time $70,179 - $89,935 per year
  • Be part of the team that is always delivering
  • Full-time permanent role - 9 Day fortnight

Are you passionate about building better understanding of, promoting and enhancing good governance in local government? Then we have the job for you.

As the Corporate Governance Officer, you will be responsible for delivering effective and efficient services including:

  • Council's corporate governance framework
  • Systems and processes
  • Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R)
  • Production of Council business papers and minutes
  • Administration of Council resolution implementation

To view a detailed list of the responsibilities, please review the position description.

ABOUT US

The Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a diverse organisation employing over 120 staff across a wide variety of fields who deliver a range of services to the local government area encompassing Blackville, Caroona, Currabubula, Pine Ridge, Premer, Quirindi, Spring Ridge, Wallabadah, Werris Creek and Willow Tree and the almost 8000 residents who reside there.

The council is situated in Quirindi, the heart of the Liverpool Plains, four hours North West of Sydney, famous for its stunning landscapes and rich, highly productive land and is the perfect place to call home.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We offer a salary starting at $70,179 - $89,835 gross per annum plus 12% superannuation. The starting salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the position.

You will also have access to a range of benefits including:

  • Access to a 9-day fortnight
  • Long service leave after 5 years service
  • Discounted gym membership at Plains Fitness
  • Access to training opportunities

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Please contact the People and Performance team on for a confidential discussion.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the application form below ensuring you answer all questions. We recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. Word) then copy your answers into the application form when you're ready. On the following page attach a copy of your cover letter, CV and qualifications.

Once you have submitted your application you should receive an email acknowledgement that it has been received. If you do not receive the acknowledgement, please check your junk or spam email boxes and contact Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 21 September 2025

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining and supporting a diverse & inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages.

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