Enhance your career by joining Cairns Regional Council. Our commitment to delivering high quality services to the community means we need talented, committed people - we need you! 

Don't miss your opportunity to join Cairns Regional Council's Water & Waste, Quality & Compliance team on a fixed-term basis until 30 June 2018.

We are currently seeking a Quality Systems Analyst. 

Salary Range: $73,211.45 to $76,257.62 pro-rata per annum
Term: Fixed-Term to 30 June 2018
Closing: Friday, 7 July 2017

Primary Objectives of the Position:

• Build a culture that promotes efficiency, quality and fosters a commitment to continuous review and improvement in all Branches of Water and Waste.
• Supporting Water and Waste in identifying and implementing process improvements in alignment with Water and Waste strategic plan.
• To monitor and evaluate business data to support improvement processes and outcomes for Water and Waste.
• Development and facilitation of information sessions for staff in regards to system process improvements.
• Support the ongoing maintenance and development of the Copperlode Emergency Action Plan and Business Continuity Planning activities.
• Develop and facilitate scenario testing for Business Continuity Plans and Copperlode Emergency Action Plan. 

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• Tertiary Qualifications and / or significant experience in business analysis, project management, continuous improvement, quality systems or other relevant field. 
• Working knowledge of the application of change management methodologies in organisational change & performance.
• Well developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Background in project management, researching, consulting, analysing and documenting business improvement projects. 
• Experience in a leadership role, understanding people leadership principles and leading through periods of significant change.
• Ability to build and manage strong relationships. 
• Demonstrated ability to liaise, negotiate and consult with stakeholders within a large organisation. 

For a full listing of the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection criteria please refer to the Position Description on Cairns Regional Council's website. 

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal history check. 

What you'll get in return: 

In addition to providing opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development, Cairns Regional Council offers flexible work arrangements, 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, a 19 day month rostered day off arrangement and generous superannuation contributions.

How to Apply: 

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following: 

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the selection criteria.
• Current copy of your resume.