PREVIEWS NEWSLETTER

March 2025

EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATES

Are you looking for exceptional talent? Here is just a small selection of great candidates available now.

PRINCIPAL CIVIL & ROAD DESIGN ENGINEER

Skills & Abilities

• Over 30 Years of Experience in Civil Engineering, Road Design, Pavement Rehabilitation & Infrastructure Development Across Government & Private Sectors
• Extensive Expertise in Pavement Design, Road Safety Audits, Asset Management & Crash Investigations for Regional & State-controlled Roads
• Skilled in Project Management, Technical Leadership & Design Documentation for Roads, Intersections, Drainage & Safety Infrastructure
• Proven Ability to Lead Cross-disciplinary Teams & Consultancies, Ensuring Compliance with Austroads, TMR & Local Government Standards

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Roads, Bridges, Airdromes, Tunnels
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) | Member of Engineers Australia
• Senior Engineering Roles with TMR, Local Councils & International Projects, Including Blackspot Programs, Road Design Upgrades & Pavement Performance Analysis
• Proficient in AutoCAD, CIRCLY, EfromD2/D3, IRIS & Multiple Design & Asset Management Platforms

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

SENIOR WHS ADVISOR

Skills & Abilities

• Over 20 Years of Experience in Workplace Health & Safety, Across Local Government, Infrastructure, Mining, Manufacturing & Emergency Services
• Proven Expertise in Incident Investigation, Auditing, WHS Systems Development & Compliance with WHS Legislation
• Strong Background in Training & Mentoring, Risk Assessment, Return-to-work Coordination & Contractor Management
• Skilled in Developing, Implementing & Reviewing Safety Management Systems & Driving a Proactive Safety Culture

Qualifications & Experience

• Diplomas in WHS, Security & Risk, Government Investigations & Workplace Inspection
• Extensive WHS Leadership Across Councils, Utilities, Emergency Services & Construction Projects, Including FIFO & Remote Work
• Lead ICAM Investigator, Certified RTW Coordinator & WHS Auditor with Practical Field, Regulatory & Advisory Experience

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

DIRECTOR CORPORATE SERVICES

Skills & Abilities

• Executive-level Leadership in Local Government & Aboriginal Community Health, Overseeing HR, Governance, ICT, WHS, Customer Service & Finance
• Proven Success in Organisational Transformation, Policy Development & Strategic Planning
• Strong Governance Background with Extensive Board, Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement Experience
• Skilled in Leading Culturally Diverse Teams & Delivering Sustainable Outcomes in Remote & Regional Settings

Qualifications & Experience

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Graduate Certificate in People & Culture
• Former Director of Corporate Services & Acting CEO in Local Government, Responsible for Major Governance & Operational Realignment
• Significant Leadership Roles in Both Executive & Community Organisations, Including CFO & Chair Responsibilities

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

SENIOR CIVIL & INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT ENGINEER

Skills & Abilities

• Extensive Experience Delivering Infrastructure Projects Across Local Government, State Government & Private Sector Organisations, Including Roads, Floodways, Stormwater & Community Infrastructure
• Proven Leadership in Project & Contract Management, Overseeing Multimillion-dollar Capital Programs & Engineering Teams
• Strong Technical Background in Asset Management, Strategic Planning & Operational Leadership

Qualifications & Experience

• Master of Engineering (Civil), Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons), MBA (in progress)
• Certified Project Manager – CAPM (PMI) | CPPP (AIPM)
• Currently Managing Infrastructure & Civil Works as Part of the Executive Team in a Regional Local Government
• Extensive Project Delivery Experience Across Councils, State Government & Private Sector Organisations

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Skills & Abilities

• 30+ Years of Procurement & Purchasing Experience, Managing High-volume Materials & Inventory Across Manufacturing, Construction & Government Projects
• Proven Expertise in Strategic Sourcing, Contract Negotiation & Cost Reduction, Consistently Achieving Major Savings
• Skilled in National & International Logistics, Including Air/sea Freight Coordination & Customs Clearance

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong Background in Systems Implementation, Supplier Performance Management & Cross-functional Team Leadership
• Managed Procurement Portfolios up to $50 Million, with Responsibility for Sourcing Critical Components for Large-scale, High-stakes Projects
• Proficient in a Wide Range of Systems Including Prostix, SAP, Projectpak, Excel & Custom Procurement Databases

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL MANAGER

Skills & Abilities

• 20+ Years of Experience in Local Government, Indigenous Corporations & Commercial Sectors, Leading Financial & Operational Functions
• Proven Expertise in Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Audit Management, Procurement & Grant Acquittals
• Strong Leadership in Governance, Strategic Planning & Team Development Across Multidisciplinary Finance Environments
• Skilled in System Migrations, Financial Modelling & Stakeholder Engagement, Ensuring Transparency & Compliance

Qualifications & Experience

• Certified Practising Accountant (CPA)
• Bachelor of Commerce & Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons)
• Extensive Leadership Roles, Including Corporate & Commercial Manager, Financial Controller & Finance Coach
• Deep Knowledge of Local Government Finance Legislation, Grant Funding Frameworks & Regulatory Compliance

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Skills & Abilities

• 15+ Years of Experience in Executive Support Roles Across Local Government & Corporate Sectors
• Proven Ability to Support CEOs, Mayors, Councillors & Executive Leadership Teams with Discretion & Efficiency
• Skilled in Meeting Coordination, Diary Management, Event Planning & Governance Support
• High-level Communication, Relationship Management & Stakeholder Liaison Skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma of Marketing – RMIT
• Extensive Experience as EA & Governance Officer Across Multiple Councils, Including Support to CFOs, CEOs & Elected Members
• Proficient in InfoCouncil, MagiQ, eDOCS & TRIM

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

FINANCE MANAGER

Skills & Abilities

• 20+ Years of Experience in Financial Management, Payroll & Reporting Across Private & Not-for-profit Sectors
• Proven Ability to Lead Month-end Close, Budgeting, Cashflow Forecasting & Board Reporting Functions
• Strong Background in Payroll, Superannuation & Enterprise Agreement Processes

Qualifications & Experience

• Certified Practising Accountant (CPA)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting & Information Systems)
• Senior Finance Roles Across Major Organisations Including Manufacturing, Distribution & Community Enterprises
• Proficient in Pronto, Cognos, Excel, MYOB & Financial Reporting Systems

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

SENIOR PEOPLE & CULTURE MANAGER

Skills & Abilities

• 15+ Years of Experience in Human Resources, Industrial Relations & Organisational Development Across Government, Health & Private Sectors
• Proven Expertise in Strategic Workforce Planning, Change Management & Complex Case Resolution
• Skilled in Workplace Investigations, Policy Development & HR Project Management, Including Large-scale System Implementations

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma of HR Management & Diploma of Project Management
• Proven Leadership Managing HR, IR & Culture Teams Across Diverse Government & Health Organisations, Including Multi-site & District-level Responsibilities
• Experience Working Across Australia & Internationally in HR, IR, Workforce Well-being & Strategic Planning

Available for opportunities in Regional/Remote QLD. 

HR COORDINATOR

Skills & Abilities

• Coordinate Training Sessions & Seminars
• Perform Orientations, Onboarding & Update Records with New Hires
• Produce & Submit Reports on General HR Activity
• Assist in Ad-hoc HR Projects, Such as the Collection of Employee Feedback
• Assist Supervisors in Performance Management Procedures

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Business (HR Management)
• Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Diploma of Project Management

Available immediately for opportunities in Regional QLD.

FINANCIAL ANALYST

Skills & Abilities

• Analyse Key Financial Information to Provide Feedback that will Aid Managerial Planning & Commercial Decisions
• Develop, Implement & Evaluate Systems Including the Review of Financial Processes & Systems
• Timely Reporting Utilising Automation for Standardisation
• Ensure Compliance with All Financial Statutory & Government Policy Requirements
• Work Closely with Business Managers to Prepare & Provide Financial Advice on Grant Funding Agreements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Commerce
• CPA Qualified
• Conduct All Activities with a High Level of Ethical Standards
• Strong Attention to Detail with Exceptional Organisation Skill.
• Refined Problem-solving Skills with Critical & Analytical Thinking Abilities

Available for opportunities in Regional QLD.

DESKTOP & SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Skills & Abilities

• Delivering IT Solutions that Enhance Operational Efficiency & Security
• Optimizing IT Infrastructures & Aligning Them with Organisational Goals
• Extensive Working Knowledge & Experience with Microsoft Suite of Applications & Cloud Services
• Managing End-to-end IT Projects
• Conduct System Security Audits

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Information Systems & Computer Science
• ITIL v3 Foundation Certificate in IT Services Management
• ITIL v4 Foundation Certificate
• Building Strong Working Relationships with Internal & External Stakeholders

Available for opportunities in Regional QLD.

SALES CONSULTANT

Skills & Abilities

• Build & Maintain Strong, Long-lasting Relationships with Clients
• Understand Clients’ Needs, Preferences & Goals to Provide Personalised Solutions
• Develop & Deliver Compelling Sales Presentations to Prospective Clients
• Tailor Presentations to Address Client-specific Challenges & Showcase the Value Proposition
• Propose Solutions that Align with the Client’s Business Objectives

Qualifications & Experience

• Positive Attitude
• Professional Communicator
• Ability to Research to Understand Target Market
• Ability to Build Long Standing, Trusted Client Relationships

Available for opportunities in Regional QLD.

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HOT JOBS

Is it time to consider a new career direction or are you looking for temporary or contract employment? Here are some of the hot jobs we are recruiting for now.

 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT - 6-MONTH CONTRACT
Regional QLD

We’re seeking a Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract with a Local Council in regional North Queensland. You’ll support the Financial Management Coordinator with asset management, budgeting, and financial reporting, while also preparing financial statements and assisting with system operations. Strong reporting skills and experience with finance systems are essential.

What’s on Offer:

• 6-month fixed-term contract
• Accommodation provided
• Work with an experienced and supportive finance team
• Focus on financial reporting, budgeting and asset management
• Great opportunity for a lifestyle change in Local Government

 WATER SERVICES SUPERVISOR
Regional QLD

We’re looking for a hands-on Water Services Supervisor to lead a small team in the installation and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure. You’ll take charge of daily operations, oversee onsite works, and respond to callouts as needed. Strong experience in plumbing or water/sewerage operations is essential, with or without formal qualifications.

 What’s on Offer:

• Permanent Local Government role
• 9-day fortnight and generous leave
• Up to 12% superannuation
• Lead a motivated team with real impact

 ACCOUNTS OFFICER
Regional QLD

Join a Local Council in regional North Queensland on a fixed-term contract with accommodation provided. You’ll handle day-to-day finance tasks including payroll, bookkeeping, and general admin, while more complex matters are managed by the accountants. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in a friendly rural community. 

What’s on Offer:

• Fixed-term contract with accommodation provided
• Supportive Local Government team environment
• Friendly community and relaxed regional lifestyle
• Focus on bookkeeping, payroll, and finance admin — no complex reporting required
• A great stepping stone into Local Government finance roles

IT HELP DESK SUPPORT (TRAINEE)
Cairns QLD

Our client is a long standing, reputable managed service provider located in Cairns.  They have an enviable reputation for providing exceptional levels of customers service in the installation, configuration and maintenance of IT infrastructure for small and medium sized organisations.

This is ideally suited to someone with 1 to 3 years’ experience in a similar role.  In this role, you will be trained to undertake diagnosis of ICT problems and provided the skills to enable you to troubleshoot for level 1 and 2 issues giving you the technical capability to resolve customer requests.

What’s on Offer:

• All training provided to become a skilled ICT support professional
• A stable, long-standing business that has been successfully operating for 27 years
• A workplace focused on ensuring you are provided continual professional development

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Cairns QLD

Our client owns and manages diverse infrastructure assets including airports, hotels, aviation, and commercial buildings. Investing, developing, and managing long term infrastructure to grow the Territory and Northern Australia.

In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation of budgets and forecasts along with playing a key role in the maintenance and improvement of respective reporting systems. 

What’s on Offer:

• Rewarding remuneration
• Career and professional development
• Employee events, awards and recognition initiatives
• Professional, diverse and modern workspace

LEGAL AND GOVERNANCE ADVISOR
North QLD

We’re seeking an experienced Legal and Governance Advisor for a local council in regional North Queensland.  You’ll work across all departments to develop and implement strong, consistent, transparent governance, quality and risk frameworks and programs for the entire organization. 

This role is suited to someone with a proven ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders within the organization and the effectively manage change.

 What’s on Offer:

• Flexible Working Conditions - a healthy work-life balance is encouraged
• Employment security with long-term employment opportunities on offer
• Diverse training opportunities
• Career progression – we provide opportunities to continually grow and build a career in Local Government

COMPLIANCE OFFICER PLANNING
North QLD

We are seeking an experience Compliance Officer for a local council in Regional North Queensland. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning and development compliance processes for the organisation. 

This role is suited to someone with experience in the effective management of planning and development compliance matters within the context of local government, including the timely execution enforcement actions and the provision of advice and guidance to both internal and external stakeholders.

What’s on Offer

• Attractive remuneration
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Attractive superannuation - up to 12% employer contribution 
• Flexible working arrangements with RDO incentive

THERESA

Theresa has been doing a great job working as a Senior Program Officer. She always has a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards her role and is a valued part of the Precruitment team.

Theresa is making a significant impact with her efforts in her position. The positive feedback from her supervisors includes that Theresa uses her initiative almost every day, she thinks ahead, plans, and prioritizes wonderfully and clearly communicates. Theresa has demonstrated that she is resilient as challenges arise, she works through tasks with a confident and professional manner.

Thank you, Theresa, for doing a great job. We hope you enjoy your award and a lovely day on the reef as provided by Ocean Freedom/Ocean Free.