Careers
Working at Clarence City Council you will be able to make a real difference to our city and community.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a safe working environment for all our employees.
We offer a great range of benefits including:
- Flexible working conditions (most positions provide for a rostered day off each fortnight or month)
- Excellent leave entitlements (long service leave after 10 years)
- Professional development opportunities
- 12.5 per cent superannuation for all permanent positions
- Plus more.
Applying for a position
Our current vacancies are listed on this page below.
If you’re keen to take the next step in your career, we recommend that you read the Advice to Applicants document and General Information – Job Applications document. This will help you to prepare your application for employment with us.
You can also read information about council, our vision, structure and administration under the Your Council section on the website.
You should also note that we are a smoke free workplace and that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Any personal information submitted is covered by our Privacy Policy.
Eligibility for a government funded traineeship
To be eligible to receive government subsidies through TasTAFE, private RTOs or as an apprentice or trainee you must satisfy one of the following criteria:
- Australian or New Zealand citizen, or
- Australian permanent resident, or
- State sponsored visa on a pathway to permanent residence
and be of:
- Working Age
- Not at School (other than a school based apprentice)
- Reside in Tasmania
National Training Entitlement eligibility also requires that learners:
- Do not have Certificate IV or higher qualification
- Have not completed a Certificate III qualification (including apprenticeship or traineeship) in the last five years
- Are not currently enrolled in another publicly subsidised Certificate III qualification.
Environmental Health Officer - Temporary (12 months), Part-Time (3 days per week - negotiable)
Cutoff: 28 March 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Tuesday 28 March 2023.
We are seeking an appropriately qualified and experienced person to join our health and community development group as an Environmental Health Officer on a part-time basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide variety of environmental and public health programs to improve health standards within the community. Clarence is an environmentally responsible city that values the natural environment. The successful applicant can develop their skill base and enjoy the diverse industry that we have to offer.
KEY DUTIES
- Assist in the delivery of public and environmental health programs including environmental monitoring and sampling.
- Enforce legislation governing public health for both the built and natural environment in order to promote good public health and environmental practices.
- Deliver education and awareness programs relevant to environmental health to improve standards within the community.
ABOUT YOU
You hold a Bachelor of Health Science (Environmental Health), or an equivalent recognised qualification and you have experience working in Local Government. You have initiative, resourcefulness and excellent time management skills. Your ability to effectively communicate at all levels is great, and you have a focus on high-level customer service delivery.
CONDITIONS
A salary range between $81,442.13 and $90,527.76 (pro-rata) will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation. Guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2023 and 2024.
Council offers training to support your professional development, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance – plus many other benefits.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
For a more detailed chat about the position, please give Scott Edwards, Senior Environmental Health Officer a call on 6217 9573. A current resume, together with a cover letter and responses to the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process. An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Manager Legal Services - Permanent, Full-Time
Cutoff: 29 March 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Wednesday 29 March 2023.
Clarence City Council has a fantastic opportunity for a skilled, experienced lawyer who is seeking to develop their career in a leadership role within an in-house legal team. We are looking for a lawyer with at least 10 years’ experience in legal practice, in-house counsel, government, or similar, providing complex or high-level legal advice. You will be responsible for coordinating and managing the legal services team under the general direction of our Manager Governance. The Legal Services team provide general corporate and legal services across a wide range of practice areas.
You will have great communication skills with an ability to deliver high quality support and advice. You will have a passion for service improvement and a clear focus on continued professional development for the team.
CONDITIONS
We offer support in continuing your professional development as well as a wide range of employment benefits, including the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life. Part time hours, or a 9-day fortnight may also be considered as part of our flexible approach to work.
A base salary between $114,430.75 and $121,854.72 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month. A guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2023 and 2024.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
For a more detailed chat about the position, please give Clare Shea, Manager Governance a call on 6217 9526. A current resume, together with a cover letter and responses to the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process. An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Development Engineer - Permanent, Full-Time
Cutoff: 3 April 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 3 April 2023.
The City of Clarence is a mix of urban, rural and coastal communities and villages, enterprises and environments. Our city offers an enviable lifestyle set within some of the most picturesque natural assets within Tasmania. We are a growing city and a dynamic organisation. This is the opportunity to positively impact the sustainable development of our city.
Due to the exponential growth of developments within the municipality, we are seeking a qualified and experienced engineer to join our Development Engineering team. You will apply your professional engineering expertise and experience to undertake all functions in the engineering approval of subdivision and development proposals. A key role is to provide technical advice and negotiate with council staff, developers, government departments, the community and other stakeholders to ensure the council assets are designed to appropriate standards, maximise useful life and deliver their intended function to our community.
ABOUT YOU
You have a strong appetite for the community infrastructure and you’re willing to make change. You hold a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, or equivalent. Your knowledge and experience of civil engineering design, review and construction practices is significant and you are able to demonstrate an understanding of City Planning and Building Acts, regulations and processes. You have highly developed written and verbal communication skills and you have a well-honed ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. If this sounds like you, let’s work together.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
A base salary between $88,237 and $104,401 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month. A guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2023 and 2024.
Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance – plus many other benefits.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
For a more detailed chat about the position, please give Gopal Neupane, Senior Development Engineer a call on 6217 9702. A current resume, together with a cover letter and responses to the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process. An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Administration Officer - Permanent, Full-Time
Cutoff: 31 March 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Friday 31 March 2023.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and professional person with good administration skills to join our City Planning group. You will have a great understanding of office procedures, information management and strong communications skills.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
A base salary between $60,082.24 and $66,500.30 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month. Guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2023 and 2024.
Council offers training to support your professional development, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance – plus many other benefits.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
A current resume, together with a cover letter and responses to the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au. For a detailed chat about the position, please give Vanessa Tomlin a call on 6217 9550.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process.
An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Works Officer - Infrastructure - Permanent, Full-Time
Cutoff: 7 April 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Friday 7 April 2023.
The City of Clarence is a mix of urban, rural and coastal communities and villages, enterprises and environments. Our city offers an enviable lifestyle set within some of the most picturesque natural assets within Tasmania. We are a growing city and a dynamic organisation. This is the opportunity to positively impact the sustainable development of our city.
We are searching for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Works Officer – Infrastructure to join our Development Team. The role is responsible to ensure the maintenance of council’s roads, infrastructure and assets when works are to be undertaken by external organisations within council road reserves and new subdivisions. This requires assessment and issue of road opening permits, liaison with various stakeholders and inspection of worksites to ensure compliance with relevant permits.
ABOUT YOU
You have a strong interest in community infrastructure and wish to create sustainable changes while contributing to an improved living place. You have a good understanding of road infrastructure and have experience undertaking inspections of worksites within road reservations, ensuring reinstatement works meet required levels. You are able to demonstrate your technical knowledge of road construction practices and skills in plan and design interpretation.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
A base salary between $72,176.97 and $78,693.71 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month. A guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2023 and 2024.
Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance – plus many other benefits.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
For a more detailed chat about the position, please give Gopal Neupane, Senior Development Engineer a call on 6217 9702. A current resume, together with a cover letter and responses to the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process. An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Senior Planner OR Planner - Temporary (12 months) Full-Time
Cutoff: 6 April 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Thursday 6 April 2023.
Possibility of part-time continuation following completion of contract
The City of Clarence is a mix of urban, rural and coastal communities and villages, enterprises and environments. Our city offers an enviable lifestyle set within some of the most picturesque natural assets within Tasmania. We are a growing city and a dynamic organisation. This is the opportunity to positively impact the sustainable development of our city.
Our City Planning Group has a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Planner or Planner to join the team. We are looking for a person with initiative, resourcefulness, and good communication skills to assist in assessing a wide range of planning applications, working with less experienced officers and participating in a diverse range of interesting projects.
We offer excellent working facilities, resources and a supportive team environment, with amazing opportunities for career growth.
This is a parental leave replacement position and there may be some potential to negotiate ongoing part-time continuance, for the period after the contract concludes.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- For our Planner position, a salary between $81,442.13 and $95,018.04 (plus 12.5% superannuation) is offered.
- For our Senior Planner position, a salary between $85,947.69 and $100,272.30 (plus 12.5% superannuation) is offered.
- Guaranteed 2.5% (or CPI) salary increase applies to our salaries in July 2023 and 2024.
Council offers a 19-day month (RDO) and other benefits.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
For a more detailed chat about the position, please give Vanessa Tomlin a call on 6217 9594. A current resume, together with a cover letter and responses to the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process. An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.
Please specify which position you intend to apply for within your cover letter.
Open Space and Recreation Planner
Cutoff: 17 April 2023
Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 17 April 2023.
We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative individual to join our dedicated team as an Open Space and Recreation Planner. This is the perfect opportunity to positively impact our community and the parks and open spaces we enjoy by utilising your skills and qualifications in open space and/or recreation planning to help shape the future of our city.
Your primary role will be to provide strategic advice and oversee the planning of Clarence’s open space and recreation networks, in line with our Active Living Strategy 2022. You will play a leading role in the development of our Open Space Strategy and also assist with planning for active and passive recreation facilities. Working closely with the program coordinator and other stakeholders, you will contribute to developing a capital works program to design and deliver new open space and recreation infrastructure.
ABOUT YOU
You have relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in open space and/or recreation planning. You are outcome-focussed with a strong drive to deliver projects and achieve results. Ideally, you have experience in the development of open space strategies and demonstrated experience turning plans into reality through the delivery of open space and recreation projects.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
A base salary between $92,632.50 and $106,575.14 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month. Guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2023 and 2024.
Council offers training to support your professional development, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance – plus many other benefits.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
A copy of the role description, which includes the selection criteria, may be accessed below.
TO APPLY
A current resume, together with a cover letter and a statement addressing each of the selection criteria can be emailed to recruitment@ccc.tas.gov.au.
For a detailed chat about the opportunity, please give Bryn Hannan, Active and Passive Recreation Coordinator a call on 6217 9520.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume. Directly addressing each key selection criteria provides the opportunity to show the selection panel about your fit for the position, therefore increasing your chances in the selection process. An application that fails to address the stated key selection criteria may not be considered.
Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.