Aquarist 

The Shire of Exmouth is seeking an inspired and motivated Aquarist to join our Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre team on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Coordinator Aquarium & Tourism Services, the Aquarist is responsible for assisting with the delivery of day-to-day management, maintenance and care of the Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre. Including all life support systems, exhibit maintenance, providing high quality husbandry for the animal collection, operational safety and ensuring a high standard of customer experience.

In this role, you will support the day-to-day operations of the Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre through the delivery of high-quality aquatic and reptile animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, and life support system management. Working closely with the Senior Aquarist, you will be responsible for the daily care, feeding, monitoring and welfare of a diverse range of aquatic and reptile species, while maintaining exhibits, aquatic systems and life support equipment to a high operational standard. You will perform regular diving operations in accordance with all safety procedures, maintain accurate dive logs, comply with WHS and operational requirements, and inspect, maintain and ensure the operational readiness of diving equipment. This is a physically demanding role that involves regular lifting and carrying, climbing ladders and working at heights,. You will contribute to a safe, engaging and high-quality visitor experience while ensuring compliance with WHS requirements, animal welfare standards and organisational procedures.

This role also includes participation in rostered weekend and on-call arrangements, including responding to alarms and operational callouts, working independently when required, and contributing to emergency preparedness, response and recovery of the Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre.

Who are we looking for? We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and hands-on Aquarist with a passion for animal care, marine environments, and visitor engagement. You will bring demonstrated experience and/or relevant qualifications in marine and reptile animal husbandry, along with knowledge of aquatic systems, feeding regimes, water chemistry, and life support systems. You must have, or the ability to obtain prior to employment, a current Occupational Dive Medical and a rescue SCUBA dive certification. The successful candidate will be a strong team player with the ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced operational environment. Excellent communication skills, a commitment to animal welfare and workplace safety, and a willingness to participate in diving, on-call, and weekend operations are essential.

What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 5 under the Shire of Exmouth Industrial Agreement 2025 and comes with the following remuneration benefits:

• Annual base salary $74,732 per annum
• Up to 22% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
• Location allowance of $2,002 per annum
• Housing allowance of $5,000 per annum
• Regular RDOs
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply), uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other well-being services

How to Apply: Please submit your application, preferably via SEEK, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Please provide a current resume/summary of employment. For enquiries about this position, please contact Sophia Butler (People and Culture), on 08 9949 3000 or reach out to us at people@exmouth.wa.gov.au.

Applications should be submitted no later than 4:30pm, Monday 16 November 2026. 

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Manager Development Services

The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a motivated and capable professional to lead its Development Services team, overseeing Environmental Health, Town Planning and Building Services.

Whether you’re an emerging leader ready to take the next step or an experienced manager seeking a new challenge, this is an opportunity to broaden your experience and make a meaningful contribution to a unique regional community.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will provide leadership, coordination and strategic direction across the Shire’s Development Services functions. We welcome applicants with experience in one or more relevant disciplines and the capability and motivation to lead a broader service portfolio.

About the Role

As Manager Development Services, you will:

• Lead and coordinate the Shire’s Environmental Health, Town Planning and Building Services functions.
• Oversee service delivery, development approvals and regulatory compliance in collaboration with specialist staff.
• Provide clear, practical and strategic advice to the CEO and Council on development services matters.
• Support and develop a multidisciplinary team, promoting collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage priorities, budgets and resources to deliver effective and responsive services.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve sustainable, community-focused outcomes.

About You

You’re a motivated professional with experience in planning, building, environmental health or regulatory services, ready to bring your skills to a broader leadership role.

Whether you’re stepping into management or bringing established leadership experience, you’ll have sound judgement, strong people skills and a practical, collaborative approach to delivering community outcomes.

Relevant qualifications, regional local government experience and an approved qualification for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer in Western Australia will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

An attractive remuneration package of $108,538–$120,986 per annum, plus up to 22% superannuation, comprising:

• Base salary of $90,936–$103,384, depending on skills and experience
• Location allowance of $2,002 per annum
• Housing allowance of $15,600 per annum, or alternatively, subsidised housing
• Relocation assistance

Additional benefits include:

• Regular rostered days off (RDOs)
• Five weeks annual leave
• Eligibility for long service leave after seven years of service (conditions apply)
• Uniform, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services

The advertised package includes the cash housing allowance. Superannuation of up to 22% includes your co-contribution.

How to Apply: Please submit your application, preferably via SEEK, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Please provide a current resume/summary of employment. For enquiries about this position, please contact Sophia Butler (People and Culture), on 08 9949 3000 or reach out to us at people@exmouth.wa.gov.au.

Applications should be submitted no later than 8am, Monday 9 November 2026. 

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The Shire of Exmouth is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Labourers 

If you enjoy working in an outdoor environment and contributing towards ensuring a vibrant town we would like to hear from you. The Shire of Exmouth is seeking Engineering Labourers to join the team on a permanent full-time basis.

Reporting to the Coordinator 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.

The Engineering Labourer will perform key functions, including but not limited to physical labouring activities associated with:

• Road surfaces, Footpaths and Kerbs reinstatement.
• Paving, Line marking and Bitumen works.
• Drainage.
• Fencing and Safety Barriers.
• Guide posts.
• Herbicide use.
• Tree management.
• Maintenance of parks, gardens, town street verges and recreation areas.

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.

What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 5 under the Shire of Exmouth Industrial Agreement 2025 and comes with the following remuneration benefits;

Casual

• Hourly Rate: $45.90 per hour (casual loading included)
• Location allowance of $2,002 per annum (pro rata)

Permanent full-time

• Base salary of $72,558 per annum
• Housing allowance of $5,000 per annum
• Location allowance of $2,002 per annum
• Rostered 9-day fortnight
• 5-weeks of annual leave per annum

Additional benefits

• Up to 22% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply)
• Uniform allowance
• Employee Assistance Program and other well-being services

How to Apply: Please submit your application, preferably via SEEK, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Please provide a current resume/summary of employment. For enquiries about this position, please contact Shane Evans, Manager Works, on 08 9949 3080 or reach out to us at people@exmouth.wa.gov.au.

The recruitment process will remain open to establish a pool of suitable applicants for current and future vacancies. The Shire reserves the right to interview and appoint applicants at any stage throughout the recruitment process, as operationally required. 

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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.

Waste Site Attendant

If you enjoy working in an outdoor environment and contributing towards ensuring a vibrant and sustainable town we would like to hear from you. The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a Waste Site Attendant to join the team on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Coordinator Works, the Waste Site Attendant will oversee the receipt, sorting and disposal of waste materials at the Waste Site, ensuring site users follow regulations and instructions, maintaining site cleanliness and safety standards, and providing excellent customer service to members of the public. The Waste Site Attendant will promote and support sustainable waste activities and be enthusiastic about reducing 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. 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 Coordinator. 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.

What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 4/5 (based on level of skills and experience) under the Shire of Exmouth Industrial Agreement 2025 and comes with the following remuneration benefits;

• Base salary of $71,353-$72,558 per annum
• Housing allowance of $5,000 per annum
• Location allowance of $2,002 per annum
• Up to 22% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
• Regular RDOs and 5-weeks of annual leave per annum
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply), uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other well-being services

How to Apply: Please submit your application, preferably via SEEK, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.  Please provide a current resume with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role For enquiries about this position, please contact  Shane Evans, Manager Works, on 08 9949 3080 or reach out to us at people@exmouth.wa.gov.au.

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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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