About Rockhampton Regional Council
What is Rockhampton Regional Council?
Rockhampton Regional Council serves the Rockhampton region in Central Queensland — a city of around 80,000 on the Fitzroy River. Around 950 people work across planning, infrastructure, environment, safety, community services and corporate functions.
Where will I work?
Roles are based in Rockhampton, Queensland — the beef capital of Australia, within reach of the Capricorn Coast.
What is the Rockhampton Regional Council team like?
A full-service regional council: advisors, engineers, planners and administrators working alongside outdoor and operational crews.
Work-Life Balance
Full-time corporate positions are advertised with the schedule in the header: "Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight" — reduced weekly hours (36.25) with every second Friday off, per the Queensland local-government award.
Perks and Benefits
- 9-day fortnight at 72.5 hours per fortnight (corporate roles)
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Salary sacrifice and payroll-deduction options
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs
- Employee Assistance Program