Governance Officer

Pyrenees Shire Council; Beaufort; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyrenees Shire Council is seeking an experienced Governance Officer to join the Governance and Performance team. The role delivers specialist governance advice, supports informed decision-making and ensures legislative compliance across the organisation.

Reporting to the Manager Governance and Performance, you will collaborate with Councillors and managers to strengthen governance practices and transparency, contributing to effective local government.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist governance advice to support informed decision-making and legislative compliance.
• Work closely with Councillors and managers across the organisation.
• Support governance practices and reporting to the Manager Governance and Performance.

Job description

Band 6 (Salary $94,507 - $102,315 incl. RDO) + Super

The Pyrenees Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Governance Officer to join the Governance and Performance team.

Imagine a future with us

The Governance Officer contributes to transparent, accountable and effective local government. Reporting to the Manager Governance and Performance, the role provides specialist governance advice and works closely with Councillors and managers across the organisation to support informed decision-making, legislative compliance and strong governance practices.

If you enjoy making complex requirements clearer, strengthening the way organisations work and providing practical advice, we would love to hear from you. You will join a supportive team where your skills, judgement and contribution will be valued.

But enough about us, let's talk about you

We are looking for someone who takes pride in producing accurate work and can provide practical advice with confidence. If you are organised, curious and ready to bring your governance skills to a role where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.

Further information may be obtained by telephoning Colette Steinhardt, Manager Governance and Performance on 1300 797 ***.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position close at 12pmThursday 01 October 2026.

Pyrenees Shire Council is proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We offer flexible work arrangements and welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and backgrounds.

Sally Jones
Interim Chief Executive Officer