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    Company overview

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    Government Administration & Politics

    Primary location

    103 Walker St, Townsville City QLD 4810
    Living in TownsvilleProviding a laid back tropical lifestyle that is complemented by capital city comforts, no other Australian city boasts the resilience, diversity, lifestyle and economic potential that the Townsville North Queensland Region enjoys.Known as the Second Capital of Queensland and with a population of approximately 190,000 people, Townsville offers a dynamic lifestyle coupled with strong economic prosperity. Townsville is a thriving precinct with access to a variety of world class education facilities, leading edge health care, affordable housing, unique retailing, spectacular events and entertainment, dining precincts and a wide range of outdoor recreation options. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, Townsville’s lifestyle is second to none.Source: This is an extract from the company's own website

    Jobs at Townsville City Council

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    at Townsville City Council
    Townsville, Northern QLD
    Work at Stuart waste facility & provide waste management services while operating Heavy Rigid trucks.
    Work at Stuart waste facility & provide waste management services while operating Heavy Rigid trucks.
    classification: Manufacturing, Transport & LogisticsManufacturing, Transport & Logistics
    8h ago
    8h ago

    at Townsville City Council
    Townsville, Northern QLD
    We're looking for someone practical, reliable, and safety-minded to help with laying pipes and keeping Council's day-to-day work running smoothly.
    We're looking for someone practical, reliable, and safety-minded to help with laying pipes and keeping Council's day-to-day work running smoothly.
    classification: Trades & ServicesTrades & Services
    14d ago
    14d ago

    Reviews overview

    3.454 ratings in total
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    86%
    Rate salary as high or average
    69%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Townsville City Council?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Townsville City Council appreciate the dedicated and hardworking colleagues, particularly those working on the ground level. Many feel a sense of purpose working for the community and making a positive impact. The good work-life balance, including flexible work arrangements and a 9-day fortnight, is valued, as are the benefits such as good superannuation schemes and access to resources.

    However, there are some potential challenges, with concerns about management and their vision, accountability, and support for staff. Some employees have noted challenges with the workplace culture, describing it as adversarial, lacking transparency, and resistant to change. The restructuring process has been challenging for some, leading to workforce reductions and uncertainty. Additionally, there are concerns about workload, with some employees feeling overwhelmed by the amount of work and expectations.

    Recent reviews

    2.0
    Business Service Role
    Jun 2024
    Townsville QLD 48101 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Cold and stale management in top roles
    The good thingsDiverse teams with good people at ground level dedicated to their jobs and the community
    The challengesLeadership (lack of) especially in the Business Services department. Aim for a job that is not at the head office. Alot of good new people who are held back by tunnel vision managers with little care for questions or ideas from staff.
    2.0
    Local Government Officer
    Mar 2022
    11 to 12 years in the role, former employee
    Toxic.
    The good thingsWorking for the community with a great team of people
    The challengesToxic work environment created by management. Never knew if you had a job, continual restructures, people yelling at you in meetings.
    4.0
    Signwriter
    Mar 2020
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    High expectations
    The good thingsAccess to resources to complete a job effectively
    The challengesThe hidden languages. Systems and anagrams were often used to determine a status rather than shared as knowledge
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