| Job Title: | Director Council Services |
| Job Type: | Contract – 4 years |
| Location: | Biloela |
| Classification: | Engineering, Environmental Services |
| Client: | Banana Shire Council |
| Reference: | 3786 |
| Job Published: | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Closing Date: | 19 Jan 2026 |
Job Description
Director Council Services
Banana Shire Council
Biloela, QLD
Lead a diverse portfolio shaping liveability and community growth in regional Queensland
Drive major water security and waste transformation projects
Attractive TRP - $261K including super and vehicle allowance
Banana Shire Council supports a growing and diverse region in Central Queensland, centred around Biloela and extending across rural townships and resource-producing communities. Known as the Shire of Opportunity, the region offers a welcoming lifestyle, affordable living, schools and essential services and outstanding outdoor recreation including lakes, national parks and wide-open landscapes.
Banana Shire Council is seeking an accomplished executive leader to guide the strategic direction and operational performance of the Council Services directorate - a broad portfolio central to community wellbeing and sustainable development.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role leads functions including development and regulatory services, water and wastewater, environmental health, waste and resource recovery, building services and local laws. With major infrastructure investments underway - including a new $25M waste facility and significant upgrades to water treatment plants - the Director will be a visible leader driving modern service delivery and community-focused outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a cohesive Executive Team during a period of organisational uplift, improving systems, strengthening capability and ensuring Council continues to deliver high standards of service.
You will bring:
Senior leadership experience in a multidisciplinary operational portfolio within local government
Strong technical understanding of development, regulatory and infrastructure services
Demonstrated success leading capital programs and regulatory functions
Highly developed political acumen and stakeholder engagement capability
A commitment to workforce development, performance accountability and safety
Relevant tertiary qualifications in planning, engineering, environmental sciences or a related discipline
Please download the candidate applicant pack to view the position description and selection criteria, and submit your application.
Applications close 5pm AEST Monday, 19 January 2026.
