CATCHMENT COORDINATOR

Planning and Development Department

Full-time fixed term up to 30 June 2028

Based in Esk

Reference No: HR063/25

An exciting and rewarding opportunity exists to join Team Somerset. This role will drive projects under the Resilient Rivers Initiative and Catchment Action Plan to ensure improved healthy waterways across Southeast Queensland.

To be successful in the role, you will require:

Tertiary qualification in an environmental management and or / conservation land management or other related discipline;

Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills;

Well-developed time management and organisational skills;

The ability to maintain effective working relationships.

Head over to our website to find out more about working for Somerset Regional Council.

https://www.somerset.qld.gov.au/employment

Lifestyle and Liveability

Located in the heart of south-east Queensland, Somerset is a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,373km2 of countryside for you to explore.

We’re home to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, 161km of high-quality track just waiting for you to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to drop a line or take a dip. Thrill seekers are covered with a range of outdoor adventures from skydiving to horse-riding.

Rush hour traffic? Forget it. When you live and work in Somerset, the work commute is likely to be through hills or paddocks under big blue skies. Parking is never a problem, and it’s free.

When you take a job with Somerset Regional Council, you’re making a choice for both career development and a better lifestyle.

Benefits of working for Somerset Regional Council

• Nine (9) day fortnight

• Up to 12% employer superannuation contributions

• Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements

• Opportunities for ongoing growth and education

• Access to employee assistance and staff wellness program

• Employment with a financially strong community-based organisation.

More information is available at www.somerset.qld.gov.au or (07) 5424 4000. Applications are to be submitted by 5pm Thursday 11 September 2025.

Mail: Chief Executive Officer

Somerset Regional Council

PO Box 117, Esk Qld 4312

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (07) 5424 4000

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