At Toowoomba Regional Council we understand that the continued success of our organisation depends on the quality of our people.
To ensure we attract and retain the best possible employees to meet our future needs, we provide a comprehensive package of employee benefits.
Working locally
Council operates from a range of locations across the region. We have eight service centres from Clifton in the south to Yarraman in the north. Many staff also work from more diverse locations including regional depots, dams, water and wastewater facilities, libraries, galleries and tourist information centres.
Excellent traffic conditions and local travel contribute significantly to the quality of life experienced by residents and employees.
Work/life balance initiatives
At TRC we appreciate the importance of balancing work life with family and personal committments. Whether you need extra time off to spend with family, like to regularly start late or finish early, or coach an after-school sporting team, we have a range of initiatives designed to accommodate your needs:
- Flexible working hours, negotiated with your supervisor
- Generous leave allowances, including paid parental and carers leave
- Permanent part-time opportunites
- Opportunities to work term-time, or school hours only
- Excellent childcare facilities in close proximity to TRC locations
- Career break/ extended leave schemes
- Employees Association (discounts at local retailers and cinemas).
Healthy lifestyle program
TRC has an active lifestyle program which helps employees maintain and improve their health and wellbeing. In addition, employees are offered corporate rates for TRC aquatic and fitness centres, gym membership and private health cover.
Workplace health & safety
The health and safety of employees depends on the commitment of our people. To achieve a healthy, incident-free work environment, the dedication and cooperation of all employees is essential. TRC delivers regular in-house WH&S training to all employees, both office-based and field staff. An annual corporate Wellness Program (health check) is available to any staff who wish to participate. Vaccinations, WH&S information, QUIT smoking programs and an Employee Assistance program are also made available to employees free-of-charge. Confidential assistance and counselling is offered employees and their families.
Study assistance & learning and development opportunities
Toowoomba Regional Council understands that providing study assistance is an important way of providing support to employees to develop both personally and professionally. Generous assistance is offered to those employees who wish to pursue further study related to their role at council.
Financial benefits
In additon to basic remuneration, TRC offers a employer contribution of 12.4% superannuation, where employees make a 6% contribution. This is compulsory after 12 months service. Salary sacrificing is also available for voluntary superannuation contributions, aquatic centre / gym membership and membership of work-related professional organisations.
To find out more about positions available, browse current vacancies at Toowoomba Regional Council.