Careers

LOOKING AT A CAREER IN THE WHEATBELT

Explore Exciting Career Opportunities in the Wheatbelt

Welcome to the Wheatbelt Careers page! We are thrilled to invite ambitious and dedicated individuals to explore a variety of rewarding career opportunities with our partner organisations in the Wheatbelt region. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the unique benefits of rural living, you’ve come to the right place.

Why Choose a Career in the Wheatbelt?

The Wheatbelt is a region rich in agricultural heritage, and working in the region offers you the chance to be part of innovative projects, enjoy a balanced lifestyle, and connect with nature.

Choosing a career in the Wheatbelt means embracing a lifestyle filled with:

  • Breathtaking Scenery: Enjoy the changing seasons of the farming landscape and rolling open countryside.
  • Community Connection: Experience the warmth of a friendly community, with numerous local events and activities.
  • Outdoor Adventures: Indulge in various outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, rock climbing and more.
  • Valuing Volunteering: Expand your skills with opportunities to join St Johns Ambulance or Fire & Emergency Services.

Start Your Career in the Wheatbelt Today!

We invite you to explore the exciting career opportunities available with our partner organisations and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in the Wheatbelt. Browse our current openings and apply today. We look forward to welcoming you to the Wheatbelt region!

Vacancies
Current Offerings

Coordinator Asset Management

Full Time

An exciting opportunity has emerged at the Shire of Merredin for a suitably qualified Coordinator Asset Management (CAM) to join our team. This role will sit within the Engineering Services Directorate and will support the Executive Manager Infrastructure Services (EMIS) to achieve strategic outcomes relative to the department.

The CAM is responsible to the EMIS for the provision of organisation wide asset management, technical services, project management and support. They collaborate with all stakeholders within the organisation to help implement an asset management approach towards managing infrastructure, and work side by side with the Building Maintenance Officer to ensure that all Shire facilities are well maintained and capital works are strategically planned and budgeted for.

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Media & Executive Officer

Full Time

9 Month Parental Leave Cover with Possible Extension

An exciting opportunity has emerged at the Shire of Merredin for a suitably qualified Media & Executive Officer to join our team while our existing officers take parental Leave. This role will sit within the Officer of the CEO Directorate and will support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to achieve strategic outcomes relative to the department.

The Media & Executive Officer will provide efficient, effective and compliant administrative and secretarial support to the CEO and ensure the coordination of organisational executive support functions, including the management of governance and risk management functions. The role will provide high-level, professional support to the CEO including coordinating minutes and agendas for Committee, Council, and Executive Leadership Team meetings, arranging meetings and travel for the CEO along with liaison with external stakeholders to facilitate activities such as Citizenship Ceremonies, visiting dignitaries and other ceremonial events.

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Tourism Support Officer

Part Time

An exciting opportunity has emerged at the Shire of Merredin for a Tourism Support Officer to join our team. This role will sit within the Strategy and Community Directorate and will support the Visitor Centre Team to achieve strategic outcomes relative to the department.

The primary role of this position is to provide quality customer service to locals and visitors. Key areas of the role will include visitor servicing, Transwa bookings, supporting tourism in Merredin and the Eastern Wheatbelt region and providing administrative support to the Central Wheatbelt Visitor Centre Coordinator.

We are offering part time hours, minimum of 26 per week, however, there may be the opportunity to work more hours depending on the season.

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