Council launches back-to-basics recruitment drive

Getting back to basics will be a key priority for Townsville City Council leading into the New Year, with the organisation looking to hire up to 30 new employees to make sure the services the community expect are delivered.

While the labour market is tight, Council is pulling out all stops to get feet into boots in the months ahead, holding a careers information session in the coming weeks.

Mayor Nick Dametto said he wanted to restore pride and prosperity back into the city, starting with getting the little things right.

“I want people to be proud to call Townsville home once again, and that starts by making sure people are happy with the services we provide and the amenity of our city,” Cr Dametto said.

“I am heavily focussed on getting those basics done right – the lawns mowed, drains cleaned, potholes fixed, and bins emptied, but to do that we have to make sure we have the right people for the job.

“That’s why we are trying to remove barriers to getting appropriate people into jobs, by holding a recruitment information session on Saturday December 13 at Reid Park.”

Councillor Dametto said Council currently has around 30 positions available ranging from waste truck drivers, labourers, parks and gardens crew members, to gatehouse operators.

The information session is set to run from 10am to 1pm and will feature various break-out sessions on the types of jobs available as well on-site interviews.

“Everyone is in the same boat when it comes to getting skilled labour at the moment, so it’s time to do something different to get the information out there for people to come down, have a listen, be able to ask questions and see if they are a fit for our team,” Cr Dametto said.

“We’re looking for people who are up for a change, keen to upskill, want to work with great team members and have access to great benefits – whether you’re in the industry already or looking to return to work from having kids or even from early retirement – if you have the skills and the passion we want to hear from you.

“From full-time opportunities to part-time and casual roles - every job at Council plays a vital role in growing Townsville, this is about getting boots on the ground in those areas where the little things can make a big difference in both the amenity of our city and Townsville’s civic pride.”

Council’s Back to basics recruitment information session will be held at the Reid Park complex from 10am – 1pm on Saturday 13 November.

Visit the Back to Basics Careers Information Session event on What's On Townsville for more information.