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:

1. A cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of this role.
2. A current resume 
3. A completed application form 

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• Position Description Engineering Labourer
• Application Form
  

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 sent to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.

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• Position Description Waste Site Attendant
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

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

AQUARIST

Work Live and Play, where others dream to visit! 

The Shire of Exmouth is seeking an inspired and passionate Aquarist to join our Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre team on a permanent part-time basis. Reporting to the Coordinator Aquarium and Tourism Services, the Aquarist is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre (NADC), including all life support systems, providing high-quality husbandry for the animal collection, and ensuring a high standard of customer experience. In the absence of the Senior Aquarist, this role will temporarily take on some or all their duties.

As the Aquarist, you will assist the Senior Aquarist and Coordinator in the day-to-day management and monitoring of the animal’s health and welfare and establish an appropriate dietary regime, medications, and enrichment requirements. When rostered, you will have the responsibility of being on-call for any callouts or alarms. You will perform regular diving duties and follow all safety guidelines and procedures related to diving, including maintaining a dive log and ensuring all diving equipment is maintained and in good working order. As part of the team, you will maintain all work areas of the NADC and conduct regular inspections and assessments to ensure the exhibits, and areas meet regulatory requirements and safety standards. You will perform routine cleaning and maintenance of tanks, exhibits and aquatic facilities and introduce and rotate environmental enhancements to uphold cleanliness and aesthetic standards whilst adhering to current procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will hold a relevant tertiary qualification and/or relevant experience in marine and reptile animal husbandry. You must have, or the ability to obtain prior to employment, a current Occupational Dive Medical and desirably a rescue SCUBA dive certification. You will have experience in marine filtration and knowledge of aquatic animal husbandry, including feeding, breeding, and water chemistry. As an Aquarist, you will have the ability to work effectively in a small team with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills. 

Are you concerned you don’t meet all the essential requirements of the role but believe you would be a good fit? Please reach out to Shendell Hay on 08 9949 3000 for a confidential discussion about the role and our expectations. 

This role is classified as a Level 5 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, with an hourly rate of $35.31 per hour. Hours are rostered across a 7-day operation. Weekend and public holiday work will be required and attract penalty rates. 

Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; up to 21.5% superannuation (includes a co-contribution arrangement of up to 5%), $5,000 Housing allowance, $1,955 location allowance, weekend penalty rates, on-call allowance (when rostered), eligibility for long service leave, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services and 5-weeks of annual leave (pro-rata).

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 outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.  Applications in Word or PDF format are to be sent to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.

Position Download:

• Position Description Aquarist
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

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. 

If you are concerned that you do not fully meet the requirements of this position or would like to discuss the remuneration package, please contact Dean Morrone, Coordinator Works on 0427 491 399  

What we offer – This position is classified as a Level 6 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, and comes with the following remuneration benefits;

• Base salary of $73,250 per annum
• Housing – a 1-bedroom dwelling suitable for a single or couple only – OR housing allowance of $15,600 per annum if housing not required
• Up to 21.5% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
• Regular RDOs and 5-weeks of annual leave
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services.

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 outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.  Applications in Word or PDF format are to be recieved no later than Friday, 13 June 2025 and sent 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:

• Position Description Irrigation Technician
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

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

Procurement Officer

Work, live and play, where others dream to visit! 

The Shire of Exmouth is a vibrant and thriving community located in the stunning northwest region of WA. We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Procurement Officer on a permanent full-time basis.

Reporting to the Manager Finance, the Procurement Officer coordinates the Shire’s procurement and tendering functions to ensure compliance with the Local Government Act as well as other relevant regulations and Council policies and guidelines. 

In this role you will review and update the Shire’s procurement practices to ensure they are used as guiding document and embedded throughout the Shire and provide ongoing procurement training programs that ensure Council staff have a strong understanding of the procurement police and procedures. As the Procurement Officer, you will provide direction and support to officers in undertaking the purchase of goods and services in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1995, its subsidiary legislation and the Shires internal policy and procedures. The Procurement Officer is responsible for coordinating the opening, closing and evaluation of tenders, expressions of interest and request for quotations to ensure information is appropriately registered, ensuring probity, confidentiality and transparency throughout the process. 

It would be desirable for the successful applicant to have previous experience in Local Government, in particular within procurement practice, financial management, and corporate governance; however, it is not essential. Ideally, the successful applicant will have a Diploma in a relevant discipline such as Procurement or Business, or relevant demonstrated experience. 

If you are concerned that you do not fully meet the requirements of the role or would like to discuss the remuneration package, please contact Robert Koelbel, Manager Finance, on 9949 3013. 

What we offer: Depending on your current skill set and experience this position is classified as a Level 6/7 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, and comes with the following remuneration benefits;

• base salary of $73,250 - $76,748 per annum
• Housing (Single room in shared accommodation) if available OR housing allowance of $5,000
• Location allowance of $1,955
• Up to 21.5% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
• Regular RDOs and 5-weeks of annual leave
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services

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 outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.  Applications in Word or PDF format are to be received no later than,Monday, 9 June 2025 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office. The Shire reserves the right to interview and close the advertisement should a suitable candidate be successful prior to the closing date. 

Position Download:

• Position Description Procurement Officer
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

Ben Lewis       
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 

The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.

MANAGER WORKS

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The Shire is looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Manager Works to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

About the role: Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, as the Manager works you will provide strategic leadership and manage all engineering works functions across the Shire of Exmouth operations, including the delivery of asset management plans, developing construction standards, project and works estimating, scheduling, and delivery for internal and external customers to ensure sustainability of Council’s infrastructure. 

What you’ll be doing: this diverse role has its challenges, but opportunities too! Broadly, you will;

• Provide and develop appropriate plans for strategic direction for the delivery of asset management programs and initiatives.
• Carry out financial management and development of budgets for the works functions consistent with the Council’s financial strategy.
• Ensure programs are regularly monitored for economy and efficiency.
• Develop works programs and systems to ensure management of risk and compliance.
• Provide safe, clean, quality, efficient, compliant-to-regulations-and-rules, value-for-money and on-time-and-budget delivery of works and asset services.
• Managing contracts and projects, including the implementation of annual schedules for works.
• Manage the Depot’s maintenance and waste management, including the rubbish tip. 

Ideally, the successful applicant will have a tertiary qualification in Engineering (Civil) or relevant demonstrated experience (minimum 3 years in a similar role). You will have demonstrated ability in leading and mentoring team members with the capability of managing major infrastructure projects. 

What we offer: This position is classified as Level 11 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017 and comes with the following remuneration and benefits;

• Base salary of $96,508 p/a
• Vehicle provided with limited private use (within the Shire of Exmouth)
• Subsidised Shire housing OR housing allowance of $15,600
• Location allowance of $1,955
• up to 21.5% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you)
• Regular RDOs and 5-weeks of annual leave
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service, uniform allowance and personal protection equipment, employee assistance program and other well-being services. 

Are you interested but not sure you meet all the requirements of the role? Contact Ziggy Wilk, Chief Operations Officer, on 9949 3091 or 0456 742 067 for a confidential discussion.

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 outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.  Applications in Word or PDF format are to be received no later than,Friday, 13 June 2025 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office. 

Position Download:

• Position Description Manager Works
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

Ben Lewis       
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 

The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.

COORDINATOR ASSET MANAGEMENT 

The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a dedicated and proactive Coordinator Asset Management to join our team on a full-time basis. 

About the role: Reporting to the Manager Assets and Engineering, the role will coordinate the development and ongoing maintenance of asset management plans and the improvement of the long-term asset management of the Shire’s infrastructure. The role will also have an operational component undertaking technical and project-related investigations, asset condition monitoring, conceptual planning, and financial analysis for assessment, design, development, maintenance, renewal, upgrade, and new works relating to assets. 

What you’ll be doing: In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Working collaboratively to establish and maintain the Shire’s Asset Management Plan’s, including maintenance and renewal plans.
• Analysing and assessing asset inspection results, decide on corrective actions based on criteria, and issue work orders to the appropriate teams.
• Ensuring that you are following the procurement process in the contractual engagement and management of consultants and contractors through quotes, formal requests for quotes, or tenders within the level of approval.
• Assisting the Manager Assets and Engineering with the long-term budget process, including the preparation of operating and capital budget estimates and the life cycle costing of assets.
• Ensuring that you maintain a strong customer service culture, ensuring a service delivery approach that is efficiently responsive and professional when addressing issues, requests, and correspondence with stakeholders.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have a tertiary qualification in engineering, asset management, project management, or similar. You will be familiar with managing computerised asset management systems such as the ASSET & WORK MANAGER (formerly RAMM) digital system. You will have previous experience in some, if not all, of the following; asset management, project management, and contract management. 

What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 8 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017 and comes with the following remuneration benefits;

• Base salary of $84,889 per annum.
• Housing (single room in shared accommodation) if available OR housing allowance of $15,600.
• Location allowance of $1,955.
• Up to 21.5% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you).
• Regular RDOs and 5 weeks of annual leave.
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply), uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other well-being services.

Are you interested but not sure you meet all the requirements of the role? Contact Tom Carroll, Manager Assets and Engineering on 9949 3086 or 0408 724 871 for a confidential discussion.

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 outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.  Applications in Word or PDF format are to be received no later than, Sunday, 22 June 2025 to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office. 

Position Download:

• Position Description Coordinator Asset Management
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

Ben Lewis       
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 

The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.

Customer Service Officer - Ningaloo Visitor Centre

Work, live and play, where others dream to visit!

The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a highly motivated Customer Service Officer’s to join our Ningaloo Visitor Centre (NVC) team on a casual basis.

Reporting to the Coordinator Aquarium and Tourism Services, this role is the first point of contact for visitors and customers visiting, residing in, or planning to visit the Ningaloo area. The Customer Service Officer is responsible for essential day-to-day activities of the NVC to provide customer service excellence and promote the Ningaloo Aquarium & Discovery Centre (NADC) and the Ningaloo destination.

In this role you will be responsible for providing an outstanding customer service experience for visitors and customers. You will confidently provide general tourism information for visitors to Exmouth and the Ningaloo region and provide support to tourism related activities. 

This role involves operating the electronic point of sales system for the sale of tickets, tours and merchandise, including but not limited to accurately and efficiently using online booking platforms, cash handling and electronic payment processing. The team is responsible for preparing the centre/store for daily visitation, including opening and closing procedures, by ensuring the NVC presents as a professional, modern, clean and highly welcoming visitor facility.

To be successful in this role you will have well-developed written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated ability to provide an outstanding customer service experience and excellent inter personal skills. You will have demonstrated computer literacy, including Microsoft programs, as well as online booking platforms. An understanding of the tourism industry, a certificate in tourism, tour guiding or relevant experience will be highly regarded, but not essential. Hours are rostered across a 7-day operation. Weekend and public holiday work will be required and attract penalty rates. All training will be provided.

What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 4 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, and comes with the following remuneration benefits;

• Base rate of $34.72 per hour (excluding 25% casual loading)
• Weekend and Public Holiday penalty rates
• Up to 5% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years (conditions apply), uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other well-being services.

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 outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.  Applications in Word or PDF format are to be sent to humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au or to the Shire of Exmouth office.

Position Download:

• Position Description Customer Service Officer - Ningaloo Visitor Centre
• Application Form
• Candidate Information Pack below

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