Why Join Us?

Our people tell us there are many reasons they choose Quilpie Shire Council. Below, we share the key reasons you’ll love it, too.

Because Here, It’s Your Life To Live

What matters most to you in life? More connection with family and friends? How about simply more time for yourself? Join our team in Quilpie, and you’ll find both.

We care about our work here, but balance matters. So, you’ll be encouraged and supported to knock off on time. And when it’s only a two- minute commute home, the afternoons and evenings are truly yours!

It’s more than that, though. It’s the everyday things, like workmates who give you a hand, managers who check in on your day, and a team that’s always ready to bring a smile. And it’s the bigger stuff – like our annual Wellbeing Week, with everything from hearing and skin checks to healthy cooking workshops and advice on super retirement fund options. Because we believe in cultivating an environment where you can bring your best. And that starts with how you are and how you feel

Create the life you want to live.

Living in Quilpie Shire means you’ll also get the chance to build strong connections to the community. It’s a place where people catch up in the street and where kids get a free- to- roam childhood experience they’ll always remember.

You can soak up the beauty of the Outback on your doorstep. Head out for an afternoon of swimming or jet- skiing on Lake Houdraman. Throw a yabby pot or a fishing line in the Bullo River. Settle around a crackling campfire under the stars and toast marshmallows. Or explore the sweeping Town Common on horseback or bike. There’s so much to see and do and so many ways to explore it all.

Because Here, It’s Your Community To Build

Because here, it’s your community to build

‘Make a diﬀerence.’ We know you’ve probably heard that before. But at Quilpie Shire Council, you’ll see firsthand the diﬀerence you can make as part of a community that’s pushing for great, and a team that rises to every challenge.

What we do often happens behind the scenes, but it powers our incredible community. And yes, we do mean incredible! There’s something about Quilpie – the warmth, the friendliness and the pride we take in our town. We look out for each other here. And you really will feel connected to that in your role, as you work side- by- side with a down- to- earth team who love a joke and a chat.

You’ll know the people who travel on the roads we build, you’ll catch up for coﬀee with people who depend on our services, and you’ll celebrate alongside everyone who turns out for the big events we host.

We’ve been through plenty of rough times, but we always come back stronger. Because we know we’re fighting for what’s important. Each day is an opportunity for us, and you, to do things better, to find creative solutions, and to upgrade and design smarter infrastructure and systems.

If you’re someone who wants to contribute, then you’re just the person we’re looking for.

Join us as we grow our community and make it an even better place to live.

Because Here, It’s Your Career To Grow

Because here, it’s your career to grow

Are you yearning for a change but don’t want to press pause on your career? Quilpie Shire Council gives you an incredible and
unexpected opportunity.

Here, you can actively build a fulfilling career in a supportive environment and a diﬀerent kind of life. Collaborate with, and learn from, workmates whose local knowledge and insight will give you a deeper understanding of our community and just how much impact you can have. Be part of a culture where you’re encouraged to learn new things, upskill and make your role your own. Find the support of a leadership team that’s pushing for great and believes in excellence.

Yes, we did say ‘excellence’, and we really mean it! Here, you’ll work with a team that’s highly motivated to succeed for our community. And we’ve already achieved so much – from successfully securing pivotal grants, to winning tourism awards and putting Quilpie on the map, to achieving industry recognition for excellence in wellbeing.

We may be a small council, but we’re proudly punching well above our weight. And you can play a part in helping us achieve even more while growing your own skillset, too.

Maybe you plan to stay for the long term. Or perhaps you want to gain diverse experience as a stepping stone. Either way, Quilpie Shire Council is your chance to build a great professional future while taking advantage of the lifestyle we oﬀer. Boost your career in a place that oﬀers space to breathe and room to grow.

Small council. Big plans.