About Balonne Shire:

The Balonne Shire is located along the beautiful Balonne River, just five hours' drive west of Brisbane on the QLD-NSW border. Balonne Shire Council has a dedicated team of 110+ staff and population of 4,500 people who live in the surrounding towns of St George, Thallon, Dirranbandi, Bollon, Nindigully, Mungindi and Hebel.

About the Position:

The Social Media and Communications Officer is responsible for helping to ensure Council’s communication is effective in delivering timely, relevant, accurate and consistent information across different mediums (print, radio, television, online and social media) to maximise coverage to the relevant target audience with a key focus on marketing and promotional activities for the Council, and in particular, undertake duties involving social media and graphic design.

Click here to view the Position Description

About you:

Ability to demonstrate experience in contemporary communications and social media practices

Ability to investigate and resolve issues through research, collection and analysis of data and to make recommendations on solutions

Deliver high quality outcomes

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritise workload and work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Ability to deliver excellent customer service through communication skills and media platforms

Ability to deliver excellent customer service through communication skills and media platforms

What we offer:

This is a full-time, permanent position, salary cash component – Level 3 - $73,655 per annum.

Locality allowance of $1,945 per annum

Optional 19-day month, RDO arrangement

5 weeks annual leave

15 days sick leave

Potential to salary sacrifice

Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply:

Click here to view our website to download the Application Pack

All applications must be include the following as listed in the Application Pack.

A completed Application for Employment Form

Cover letter

Resume

Responses to the selection criteria – found under Position Requirements within the Position Description

Applications close 5pm, Monday 27 October 2025.

For further information, please visit our website listed above or phone Josh Euler on 0487920899.