Coordinator Regulation

Division/Section: Planning, Environment & Lifestyle/Environmental Health & Regulation

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: LGO7 ($113,019 - $119,946 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Sunday 23 August 2026.

About The Role

Townsville City Council are seeking a experienced Coordinator Regulation to lead the Environmental Health and Regulation (EH&R) team. This role is pivotal in implementing a holistic program of change across the Community Environment and Lifestyle Division, focusing on customer-centric service delivery and community engagement.

You will provide expert advice on policy matters, legislation, applications, prosecution cases, and PIN reviews. Additionally, you will contribute to developing and reviewing policies, work practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with legislative requirements while meeting community needs.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity offering a nine-day fortnight, competitive salary, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the Townsville community. If you are ready to lead change and shape the future of community regulation, we encourage you to apply.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will hold a relevant tertiary qualification in an investigatory, regulatory, business, emergency management, or similar discipline. You will demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare complex reports, policies, and strategies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills are essential, along with the capability to formulate, implement, and monitor new operational strategies.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Natural Disaster Leave Uniforms and PPE provided Annual wage progression Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Tiffany

Contact Email: tld@townsville.qld.gov.au

(for position enquiries only)

How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Attachments

Coordinator Regulation_PD.pdf