Ipswich council officer charged by CCC

A senior Ipswich City Council officer has been stood down after being charged with misconduct by Queensland's crime watchdog in the latest controversy for the scandal-plagued organisation.

Chief Operating Officer Craig Maudsley was charged on Tuesday afternoon following an investigation by the Crime and Corruption Commission.

It's alleged he used his influence to benefit businessman Wayne Francis Innes, who has several contracts with council, to the detriment of another business, Colmine Consulting.

Maudsley has been suspended on full pay and will appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on September 27.

The charge comes three months after former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale was arrested by CCC officers on extortion and assault charges.

It also follows the arrest of Ipswich solicitor Cameron McKenzie on an extortion charge in August, and of prominent barrister Sam Di Carlo on perjury, drug and ammunition charges earlier this month.

However, a CCC spokesman would "neither confirm or deny" whether the matters were linked.

Newly-elected mayor Andrew Antoniolli would not comment on the latest charge but on Wednesday announced a 19-point plan to usher in a "new era" of openness and transparency for Ipswich.

"These recommendations align strongly with the commitments I made as part of my mayoral campaign, and I'm absolutely convinced they are the right thing for this city," Cr Antoniolli said in a statement.

"Recent events have highlighted the need for this review, and the fact that I am looking to quickly implement the recommendations as set out by a team of consultants proves my determination to ensure the people of Ipswich get the high quality of service they deserve."

The recommendations include a new Code of Conduct for councillors, more detailed recording of potential conflicts of interest and tighter policies around procurement, allowances and planning.