Training Officer

Training Officer

Requisition Number: 1159

Salary Range: $69,639.57 - $83,317.08 per annum

Position Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday 21 June 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

Join our Organisational Development team and play a key role in coordinating training, supporting eLearning, and helping deliver development initiatives that strengthen capability across Council.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a proactive and organised team member who thrives in a client‑focused environment and enjoys supporting others. You’ll bring experience in human resources, organisational development, training administration or similar, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain strong attention to detail. You’ll be confident using a wide range of computer applications and comfortable creating promotional materials and assisting with eLearning content. Strong communication skills, relationship‑building capability and a professional, ethical approach are essential. Experience with eLearning systems, Human Resource Information System platforms and adult learning principles will be highly regarded.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating training activities, including scheduling, communication and liaising with staff at all levels and external training providers.
• Responding to internal and external enquiries relating to learning and development.
• Supporting our employees by promoting awareness of OD processes, systems and policies.
• Creating promotional materials for OD initiatives and contributing to events, seminars and exhibitions.
• Administering purchase orders, credit card transactions and financial records.
• Providing administrative and project support across the Organisational Development function.
• Contributing to the improvement of systems, practices and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate records, training files and data within OneCouncil and ensuring compliance with recordkeeping requirements.
• Supporting best‑practice use of OneCouncil self‑service functions.
• Undertaking simple to moderate projects as directed.
• Completing other duties as required by the Coordinator Organisational Development.

Some benefits we offer

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

We are committed to

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the ' Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria below and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: ***email_hidden***

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council