COVID-19 update
Interviews are now virtual due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Please check Queensland border restrictions.
End of COVID19 update
Shortlisting
Interview
Pre-employment screening
Accepting your job offer
Frequently asked questions
We assess your knowledge, competence, skills and personal attributes against the demands of the job.
Use the STAR method for your application and interview.
| S |
Situation |
Where and when did you do it? |
| T |
Task |
What was required to complete it? |
| A |
Action |
What did you do and how did you do it? |
| R |
Result |
What happened as a result? |
Shortlisting
- Shortlisting will take at least 14 working days, depending on the number of applications received.
- Shortlisted applicants are contacted by email and text message and invited to an interview.
- If you’re not shortlisted for interview you will be informed by email.
Interviews are NSW time
1 hour before Queensland during daylight saving
Interview
- There are usually 3 people on the interview panel.
- This is your chance to tell us about your skills and experience.
- Ask any questions you may have.
- Read the position description and selection criteria.
- Prepare answers to questions you may be asked (why you applied for the position, your achievements and strengths).
- Be ready to talk about your experience in similar work situations.
- Make sure you’re familiar with our values, and think about how you will add to our culture.
- You will need a computer with a webcam, headphones and a microphone. A tablet or smartphone may also be an option.
- Check your internet connection and equipment beforehand.
- Read through the virtual interview instructions pdf
- If a face-to-face interview is needed it will be arranged under our COVID Safe plan.
Pre-employment screening
Preferred candidates are progressed to pre-employment screening. Job offers are not made until all screening has been completed.
- Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisor.
- Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.
- Your fitness is assessed against the job requirements.
- Drug and alcohol testing is part of this process (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
Background checks verify the information in your application. Checks may include:
- identity and employment history
- qualifications
- drivers licence and traffic history
- working with children clearance
- criminal history and financial probity
- other position-specific checks
Accepting your job offer
If successful, we will call you with the good news.
Unsuccessful candidates are notified by email.
Our induction program will introduce you to life at Council. It includes:
Cultural awareness training
A chance to meet our executive team
Frequently asked questions
You will be sent an automated email confirming we have received your application.
We communicate with applicants by email throughout the recruitment process.
If unsuccessful at interview, you can request feedback.
You need to meet the criteria to be considered.
Police checks are required for some roles. In most cases, minor offenses such as a DUI will not affect your suitability for a position.