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Are you a detail-driven governance professional who thrives on legislative compliance, statutory processes and delivering high-quality advisory services?
Join our team as a Governance Adviser
At Redland City Council, we’re looking for a Governance Adviser to join our Corporate Governance team and play a vital role in strengthening our organisation’s commitment to good governance and ethical practice.
About the role:
As Governance Adviser, you will work alongside the Senior Adviser Governance Services to deliver timely, expert guidance across Council’s governance and statutory obligations. This includes preparing high-quality agendas and minutes for Council’s formal meetings, maintaining critical registers (delegations, policies, authorisations), and supporting the Executive Leadership Team and senior stakeholders with governance advice and reporting requirements.
Guided by our Values , you will:
Coordinate and deliver a centralised minute-taking and agenda preparation service for statutory meetings in accordance with legislative requirements and Council Standing Orders.
Manage Council’s key statutory and non-statutory registers, ensuring accuracy, compliance and currency.
Provide specialist governance advice to internal stakeholders, including ELT and elected members.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of governance systems, policies, and processes.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Local Government Regulation 2012) to support compliance and risk mitigation.
What you’ll bring:
Proven experience in governance or committee support within a local government or similar regulated environment.
Strong understanding of meeting procedures, statutory obligations, and local government legislation.
Exceptional written communication skills, with demonstrated capability in minute-taking and preparing complex reports.
Ability to manage competing deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and provide sound advice in politically sensitive contexts.
Collaborative and solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. (delete if not required)
More reasons to love working with us:
Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave including 17.5% loading on annual leave!
Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break.
Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance.
Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen.
Diverse secondment opportunities for career development.
Reward and recognition programs.
Wellbeing programs and social club.
Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers.
Access to RedFlex – our flexible work program offering flexibility in how, when and where you work.
Ready to apply:
Applications will only be accepted through OURspace (under the Careers tab). Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
Cover letter (one page); and
Current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please read the Position Description and resume-based application instructions before applying for this role.
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position () can be obtained by contacting on (07) . Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on .
At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.
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