Talent & Resourcing Officer

Talent & Resourcing Officer

Requisition Number: 1167

Salary Range: $76,825.20 - $90,819.51 pro-rata per annum

Position Type: Full Time Temporary until October 2027

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Portsmith

Application Close Date: Monday, 22 June 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

As one of the region’s largest employers, Cairns Regional Council’s diverse workforce delivers more than 400 services and programs to the community. As a Talent & Resourcing Officer, you will play an important role in supporting hiring managers and the organisation to attract and source our most important resource – our people!

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Talent & Resourcing Officer to join our HR Services team.

What You Will Do

The Talent & Resourcing Officer supports Council's strategic direction by supporting hiring managers to attract, source, and select qualified candidates who meet the current and future workforce needs of Council.

Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders, candidates, recruitment agencies, and the broader People and Organisational Performance team, you will help deliver a seamless and efficient recruitment experience while ensuring compliance with relevant employment legislation, policies, and best-practice recruitment standards.

You will contribute to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce through effective recruitment strategies, strong stakeholder relationships, and a commitment to exceptional customer service.

What We Are Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, such as Certificate IV Human Resources or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in recruitment or a related HR role, ideally within local government or the public sector, with a strong understanding of HR policies, best practices, and relevant legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated skills in job advertising, application screening, shortlisting, scheduling of interviews, processing pre-employment checks (Drug & Alcohol, Functional Assessments, NCCC, working rights etc).
• Demonstrated skills in preparing correspondence, report writing, research and data analysis, using and applying analytical skills and questioning, with a high focus on attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• High level of computer skills encompassing Microsoft Suite and Human Resources Information Systems.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with leaders across our organisation, providing expert recruitment support while contributing to a positive candidate experience and strengthening Council's employer brand.

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
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice 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 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