About Charters Towers Regional Council
What is Charters Towers Regional Council?
Charters Towers Regional Council serves the historic gold-mining city of Charters Towers and its surrounding shire in North Queensland, about 90 minutes inland from Townsville. Around 280 staff run water and waste, roads, corporate services, planning and community facilities.
Where will I work?
In Charters Towers, Queensland — a heritage city with an easy commute and a low cost of living.
What is the Charters Towers team like?
A small regional council where administration, engineering and infrastructure teams work closely together.
Work-Life Balance
Full-time roles are advertised as "Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent – 72.5 hours per fortnight" with a "Fortnightly RDO" in the benefits list — 36.25 hours a week across nine days. Trades ads state the same arrangement as a plain "9 day fortnight".
Perks and Benefits
- Fortnightly RDO — 72.5 hours per fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- 3 weeks personal/carers leave
- 8 weeks paid parental leave
- Domestic and family violence leave
- Uniform provided