Government & Defence roles within 150km of Townsville— who's advertising, what they pay, and the latest openings.
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What you'd take home
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As a Government & Defence worker in Townsville vs Brisbane, you keep about $244 more in your pocket each week, after rent.
Townsville
Take-home after rent
$1,806/wk
Brisbane
Take-home after rent
$1,562/wk
≈ +$12,688/year difference.
Housing-based estimate. Compares median advertised salary and median weekly rent; excludes food, transport and other living costs. Salary from live listings; rent from ABS regional data.
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12 new roles this week· 43 in the last 30 days
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Ryowa II GPS (trading as Southern Cross Fertilisers)
About Us Southern Cross Fertilisers runs Phosphate Hill and the Mount Isa Acid Plant. We are two operations in North West Queensland that depend on each other, and that our neighbours and the region depend on too. The…
Townsville City Council
Division/Section: Planning, Environment & Lifestyle / Environmental Health & Regulation Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week) Salary Range: LGO4 ($86,720 - $92,954 per annum + superann…
Queensland Health
Summary Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service . About the work unit / facility: Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services (BEMS) provides the planning, construction,…
BAE Systems
Job Location: Osborne, SA or Melbourne, VIC Who We Are Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to h…
Queensland Department of Education
About the Department of Education: The Department of Education hosts the Early Childhood Regulatory Authority which is responsible for regulating early childhood education and care services. Further information about …
Charters Towers Regional Council
ABOUT THE ROLE Please read all information carefully before applying. The Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Unqualified or Qualified) work under limited and remote supervision and is responsible for assis…
