Permanent Recruitment
Permanent recruitment in local government
Finding the right people is critical to the success of every council. Peak Services provides specialist permanent recruitment solutions for Queensland local government, connecting councils with experienced professionals, emerging talent and senior leaders who can make a lasting contribution to their communities.
Our recruitment team understands the unique environment in which Queensland councils operate. From regional and remote communities to growing urban councils, we understand the skills, experience and leadership capabilities needed to deliver effective services and achieve strategic priorities.
Whether you are recruiting for a specialist professional role, a senior management position or a key executive appointment, we take a tailored approach to finding the right person for your organisation.
Finding the right people for local government
Queensland councils operate in complex and changing environments, creating demand for professionals who can bring both technical expertise and an understanding of public service and community outcomes.
Peak Services recruits high-calibre professionals across a broad range of local government disciplines, including:
- Senior and executive appointments, including CEOs, CFOs and CIOs
- Human resources and people and culture
- Finance and accounting
- Engineering and infrastructure
- Information technology and digital
- Marketing and communications
- Community services and engagement
- Planning and policy
- Strategy and corporate services
- Construction and project management
- Education and training
- Governance and administration
We recruit across metropolitan, regional and remote Queensland, helping councils access talent with the experience and capability to meet their current and future workforce needs.
Our recruitment process
We work with councils through a structured recruitment process designed to identify and attract the right candidates.
From understanding the position and developing the recruitment strategy through to candidate identification, assessment, interviews, and appointment, our team manages the process with professionalism, discretion and clear communication.
The result is a recruitment process designed to give councils confidence that they are appointing the right person for the role and the organisation.
Permanent recruitment specialists for Queensland councils
Permanent appointments are about more than filling a vacancy. The right person needs to have the capability to perform the role, understand the local government environment, and align with your organisation's culture, values and strategic direction.
Our local government recruitment specialists work closely with councils to understand the role, your organisation, and the outcomes you need to achieve. We then identify, assess and engage with candidates who have the skills, experience and potential to succeed.
Our approach combines sector knowledge, candidate networks and a thorough recruitment process to help councils make confident permanent appointments.
Senior and executive recruitment for local government
Senior appointments can have a significant impact on a council's performance, culture, and long-term direction. Peak Services provides specialist executive and senior recruitment for local government, helping councils identify leaders who can operate effectively in a complex public sector environment.
From CEO and executive leadership appointments through to senior management and specialist roles, we take the time to understand the leadership requirements of each organisation and identify candidates who can deliver meaningful results for councils and their communities.
Why councils choose Peak Services Recruitment
As part of the Peak Services Group and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Local government Association of Queensland, we have a strong connection to the Queensland local government sector.
Our specialist understanding of councils allows us to approach recruitment with more than a traditional job description. We consider the broader organisational environment, the challenges facing the council, the capabilities required for the role, and the type of person who will thrive within the organisation.
Our Recruitment team provides:
- Specialist knowledge of Queensland local government
- Access to experienced professional and leadership candidates
- A tailored approach to each recruitment assignment
- Support throughout the recruitment and selection process
- Market knowledge across key council disciplines
- A focus on long-term fit, capability and organisational outcomes
Talk to our local government Recruitment team
Whether you are planning a senior appointment, replacing a key team member, or building capability for the future, Peak Services can help you find the right permanent talent for your council.
Talk to our recruitment team about your local government Interim or contract recruitment requirements. Contact recruitment@peakservices.com.au