Employment
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We’re always looking for passionate individuals who want to contribute to the betterment of our region. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages people of all ages, Indigenous Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability to apply for opportunities within our organisation.
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Current vacancies
Engineering Labourers (Pool)
The Shire of Exmouth is seeking Engineering Labourers to join the team on a permanent full-time basis.
Reporting to the Manager Works this position is responsible for working within a small team environment to ensure that operations and maintenance activities within the engineering portfolio are delivered in accordance with specifications, plans and safety documentation.
Ideally, the successful candidate will have a Medium Rigid (MR) licence, a minimum of 2 years of experience on a variety of civil construction machinery, competency tickets for light and heavy plant and experience in handling of horticulture equipment. If you enjoy working in an outdoor environment and contributing towards ensuring a vibrant town we would like to hear from you.
The position is classified as Level 5 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017.
How to apply:
To be considered for this position, each of the following must be submitted with your job application:
- A cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of this role.
- A current resume
- A completed application form
Position Download:
Application forms, resume and cover letter are to be submitted in Word or PDF to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
For enquiries about this position please contact Murray Swarbrick, Manager Works (08)9949 3089.
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal-opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth.
The Shire reserves the right to appoint candidates at any time under this pool.
Waste Site Attendant
The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a Waste Site Attendant to join the team on a permanent, full-time basis.
We are a vibrant local government with a passion to keep our environment pristine. This role would suit someone who shares our interest in waste management and sustainability.
Reporting to the Coordinator Works, the Waste Site Attendant will be required to promote sustainable waste activities including recycling, reuse, recover and repair and champion the reduction of waste within the Shire of Exmouth.
This is a hands-on role that will ensure the day-to-day operations across the Shire’s landfill operations and Bring it Centre. In this role you will maintain the Waste Facilities in accordance with the Landfill Environmental Management Plan (LEMP) and any licensing requirements under direction of the supervisor. The role includes the operation of plant and equipment and is responsible for delivering a high level of customer service, including receipting of monies for the waste facility in accordance with Shire procedures.
Demonstrated experience in the operation of heavy plant and machinery in a waste management environment and a current “HR” class driver’s licence will be highly regarded.
The position is classified as Level 4/5 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017; the appointment salary rate depends on level of skills and experience.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, regular RDO’s, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to Apply:
Access the full job description and application form below. Please provide a current resume and a completed application form with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be received no later than 4.30pm, Monday 1 July 2024 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
Position Download:
For enquiries about this position please contact Murray Swarbrick, Manager Works (08)9949 3089.
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth
Depot Maintenance and Mechanical Service Person
The Shire is seeking a Depot Maintenance and Mechanical Service Person to join our Operational and Infrastructure team on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Coordinator Works, the Depot Maintenance/Mechanical Service Person will ensure the Shire’s depots are maintained to a high standard, its fleet is maintained, and the repair and maintenance of the Shire’s minor plant and equipment, and general mechanical infrastructure is scheduled and completed.
We are looking for an all-rounder that can demonstrate they are computer literate, well organised, and have experience in mechanical repairs and servicing along with exposure to the management of stores and workshop space.
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated previous experience working in a workshop environment, including storekeeping experience. You will possess mechanical experience with the ability to recognise and problem solve issues with machinery and equipment. Sound knowledge of fleet and plant management, including scheduling and, in the operation and maintenance requirements of plant and equipment, with the ability to read and understand diagrams and technical manuals. You will have working knowledge of the Work Health & Safety Act 2020 and hold a current C and HRWL LF class licence (or be able to obtain one).
Note: As you will be required to attend the Shire’s range of work sites, including the waste facility, water treatment plant, it is a requirement that you be immunised against Hepatitis A and B as well as Tetanus.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, regular RDO’s, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to Apply:
Access the full job description and application form below. Please provide a current resume and a completed application form with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be received no later than 4.30pm, Monday 1 July 2024 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
Position Download:
For enquiries about this position please contact Murray Swarbrick, Manager Works (08)9949 3089.
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth
RUBBISH TRUCK DRIVER
The Shire of Exmouth is seeking an enthusiastic Rubbish Truck Driver to join our Operational and Infrastructure services team. The opportunity exists for a full-time or part-time arrangement for the suitable candidate.
Reporting to the Coordinator Works, this role is responsible for performing efficient rubbish collection service within the Shire of Exmouth in compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient delivery of waste management services with the Shire by ensuring rubbish collection is performed in a timely and professional manner and assist in the operations at the Qualing Scarp as required.
This role requires a current ‘HR’ class driver’s licence and demonstrated experience in the operations of appropriate heavy plant and machinery. Additionally, excellent customer service skills are essential to perform this role.
Experience in waste management environment will be highly regarded.
The position is classified as Level 5 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017; the total salary package for this role is $76,724 with a base salary of $69,769 per annum.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, housing allowance, location allowance, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, regular RDO’s, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to Apply:
Access the full job description and application form below. Please provide a current resume and a completed application form with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be submitted to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
Position Download:
For enquiries about this position please contact Murray Swarbrick, Manager Works (08)9949 3089.
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth
Aviation and Administration Officer
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The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a knowledgeable and highly motivated Aviation and Administration Officer to join our Aviation Services team on a permanent full-time basis.
Reporting directly to the Coordinator Airport Operations, the role supports the day-to-day activities and operations of the Learmonth Airport and Heliport, including assisting with the day-to-day administration activities.
Aviation/Heliport Operations: In this role, you will perform the Aviation security functions, which must comply with the Transport Security Program (TSP), Aviation Security Act (ASA), and Aviation Standards (AS). These functions include, but are not limited to, maintaining secure areas, advising airport users of correct security procedures, and screening passenger baggage. Heliport operations require strict compliance with the policy and procedural documentation for Oil and Gas and Helicopter Operators. As part of the team you will assist in the check-in process at the Heliport, including passenger screening and facilitation, baggage and freight, briefings, lifejackets and hearing protection, loading procedures, parking, and refuelling activities in relation to all heliport activities.
Administration: You will perform administration activities for the Aviation team including, assisting with the compilation of reports and statistical data relevant to the operations, coordinating training records and ensuring MYOSH is up to date, administering the airport’s stores, purchases, and accounts payable, and coordinating regulatory compliance documentation and record keeping in Synergy.
To be successful in this role, you will obtain or have the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC), Cert II in Aviation Transport Protection, qualification in Dangerous Goods (DG) Awareness, and recertification as required for any qualifications held. You will have good administration skills and well-developed computer literacy with experience in the delivery of exceptional customer service principles and practices.
The position is classified as a Level 6 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, with a total package of $80,204 p/a which includes, base salary, Housing Allowance and Location Allowance.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21.5% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, $5,000 housing allowance, $1,955 location allowance, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to Apply:
Access the full job description and application form below. Please provide a current resume and a completed application form with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be submitted no later than Thursday, 31 October 2024 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
For enquiries regarding this position please contact Rana Ihsan, Coordinator Airport Operations on 0407 494 419.
Position Download:
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth
Human Resources and Workplace Health & Safety Officer
Work, live and play, where others dream to visit!
The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a highly motivated Human Resources and Workplace Health & Safety (HR & WHS) Officer to join our Organisational Development team on a permanent full-time basis.
Reporting to the Executive Manager Organisational Development, the Human Resources and Work Health and Safety Officer (HR & WHS Officer) plays a key role in delivering effective and compliant generalist HR/WHS advisory and administration services to both internal and external stakeholders.
Human Resources: In this role, you will provide direction, support and advice that is consistent with Shire approved policies and organisational directives and work instructions in all areas of Human Resources (HR). Role requirements, training needs and certification requirements will be monitored across the Shire and ensuring these records are maintained. You will coordinate the implementation of the Performance Development Review process and ensure training and learning and development objectives identified are recorded, implemented and monitored.
Work Health and Safety: In this role, you will assist in the maintenance of appropriate risk, compliance and quality management policies and practices and ensure that all WHS policies and procedures are up to date and reviewed in a timely manner. You will maintain all relevant WHS and HR records, information and databases to ensure accuracy and availability of information through the utilisation of the MYOSH system and Synergy. You will assist in the coordination of all aspects of the employee lifecycle and provide in-house training and workshops to assist in understanding WHS requirements where appropriate.
Ideally, you will have tertiary or diploma qualifications in business, human resources, health and safety or related discipline and experience in the delivery of generalist human resources or health and safety services with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. You will posses well developed written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated knowledge and application of Australian Employment Legislation and the ability to interpret awards and agreements.
The position is classified as a Level 6/7 (depending on level of skills and experience) under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, with a base salary of $73,249 - $76,750 per annum.
Note: If you are not sure you meet all the requirements of the role, reach out to Robin Austen, Executive Manager Organisational Development on 9949 3016 for a confidential discussion.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21.5% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, $5,000 housing allowance, $1,955 location allowance, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, regular RDO’s, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to Apply:
Access the full job description and application form below. Please provide a current resume and a completed application form with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be submitted no later than Friday, 15 November 2024 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
For enquiries regarding this position please contact Robin Austen, Executive Manager Organisational Development, on 9949 3016.
Position Download:
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth
Irrigation Technician
Work, live and play, where others dream to visit!
The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a knowledgeable Irrigation Technician to join our Operational and Infrastructure Services team on a permanent, full-time basis.
Reporting to the Coordinator Works within the Engineering team, the Irrigation Technician is accountable for the key functions of the Shire’s irrigation systems across all its assets, including the Shire of Exmouth’s waste water treatment facility and all public land in accordance with operational requirements.
In the role of Irrigation Technician, you will inspect, test, and maintain reticulation systems on a routine basis in public open spaces and streetscapes, to provide optimum supply of water for horticultural assets and diagnose and repair reticulation faults and breakages if required. It will be your responsibility to undertake water sampling across the ovals and treatment plant and provide daily and weekly reports to the Coordinator Works. To ensure minimal downtime to irrigation systems, you will be responsible for maintaining a store of irrigation components, and plant and equipment.
It is a mandatory requirement for this role that you hold a current national “C” class WA driver’s licence. You will have or be willing to gain your immunisations for Hepititis A & B and Tetanus (as DT or dTPA). To successfully fulfil the requirements of this role, you will have a qualification/certificate or relevant demonstrated experience in Irrigation. A qualification/certificate in plumbing, landscaping or similar will be desirable for this role.
The position is classified as a Level 6 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, with an annual base salary of $73,249 per annum. Due to the technical skills and qualifications required, this role is eligible for a housing allowance of $15,600 per annum.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21.5% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, $15,600 housing allowance, $1,955 location allowance, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to Apply:
Access the full job description and application form below. Please provide a current resume and a completed application form with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be submitted no later than Friday, 8 November 2024 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.
For enquiries regarding this position please contact Dean Morrone, Coordinator Works on 0427 491 399.
Position Download:
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth
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