Fixed Term Full-Time (Until March 2027)

Up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance

The Position

The Community Recovery Rebuild Support Officer plays a vital role in helping disaster-impacted residents across the Cassowary Coast rebuild their homes and lives. Reporting to the Principal Community Development and Advocacy, this position works closely with the Recovery and Resilience Team, Building and Planning Services, and Communications Team to provide coordinated and compassionate support throughout the recovery process.

The role focuses on ensuring residents have timely access to clear information, practical guidance, and personalised assistance to navigate rebuilding and recovery pathways. A key responsibility will be identifying communication gaps and helping Council deliver consistent, transparent, and accessible information about rebuilding processes, approvals, and available support services.

About You

Tertiary or vocational qualification in community development, social work, project management, communications, or equivalent experience.

Experience in disaster recovery, community development, case management, or engagement programs.

Skilled in developing and delivering clear communication and engagement strategies for diverse audiences.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities, grants, and program administration.

Collaborative team player with experience working across internal and external stakeholders.

Excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism, adaptability, and commitment to improvement.

Understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to planning, WHS, privacy, and recovery.

Knowledge of key disaster recovery frameworks and plans (AIDR, QLD Recovery Plan, National M&E Framework).

Current Queensland C Class driver’s licence.

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 10 November 2025.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

· Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

· Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications

· Copies of Licences/Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: [email protected]

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.