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Far West NSW’s eight councils span a vast and unique outback region, home to around 30,000 residents. Find ultimate career satisfaction and progression in a role within one of the region’s welcoming councils.
The Far West is the most remote and expansive region of New South Wales, encompassing the local government areas of Balranald, Bogan, Bourke, Brewarrina, Broken Hill, Central Darling, Cobar and Wentworth. Known for its stunning outback landscapes, rich Indigenous heritage, historic mining towns and strong pastoral industries, the Far West offers a lifestyle unlike anywhere else—wide open spaces, breathtaking sunsets, tight-knit communities and a pace of life that truly allows you to thrive.
In meeting the needs of and providing services to its communities, councils across the Far West offer both challenging and rewarding career opportunities in areas such as planning and development, infrastructure, community services, environmental management, finance and administration. A career in council allows you to make a real difference to the lives of local community members and contribute to the resilience and sustainability of these unique outback communities.
With people at the heart of everything we do, you can be sure to access great benefits when working within council. Training and mentoring are on offer to assist your career progression, in addition to many benefits promoting work-life balance such as flexible hours, part-time roles, rostered days off, remote working and study assistance.
Your career at council starts here. Browse from a range of vacancies available across Balranald, Bogan, Bourke, Brewarrina, Broken Hill, Central Darling, Cobar and Wentworth councils, or register for Job Alerts when an ideal role is advertised.
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