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9 Month Parental Leave Cover with Possible Extension

Salary: $64,311 – $69,656per annum

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

The Executive Assistant 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.

In addition to the above, the Executive Assistant will plan, develop and deliver day-to-day media and content requirements for the Shire.

This role will assist other staff within the Office of the CEO Directorate that are responsible for governance, risk, and elected member support, as directed by the CEO.

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Are you experienced as a plant operator with an MC class license and want to make a real impact in a friendly, tight-knit community? Join the Shire of Narembeen’s Infrastructure Services team and take on a key role in constructing and maintaining our essential road infrastructure.

This is a full-time role with a 9-day fortnight, offering you a fantastic work-life balance in a small Wheatbelt community known for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent amenities. You’ll be part of a supportive team environment, contributing directly to the development of Narembeen.

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The Community Resource Centre is seeking an enthusiastic team member who will enjoy working with a tight-knit group of staff to provide excellent external and internal customer service.

The ideal applicant will be well presented, self-motivated and energetic with a friendly personality, attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will have experience in customer service, a commitment to customer care, cash handling and receipting experience.

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Kulin Child Care Centre: Inspiring Young Minds, Building Bright Futures

At Kulin Child Care Centre, we’re more than a childcare facility.

We’re a place where imagination ignites, curiosity soars, and a lifelong love for learning begins. Our dedicated educators are passionate architects of young lives, shaping futures filled with wonder and potential. Surrounded by nature’s inspiration, children embark on playful adventures that build confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging. We believe in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to make a genuine difference in the lives of young children and their families.

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Reporting to the Executive Manager of Works, you will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day duties to ensure safe and efficient completion of works. The primary responsibility of this role is operating a Prime Mover with Side Tippers, along with other Council plant and machinery as required.

Requirements:

• Minimum HC class license (MC license highly regarded or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to work safely and efficiently as part of a team
• Experience operating heavy machinery is desirable

Full information package is available here.

For more information, contact Judd Hobson, Executive Manager of Works, at 0427 801 241 or works@kulin.wa.gov.au.

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Reporting to the Executive Manager of Works, you will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day duties to ensure safe and efficient completion of works. The primary responsibility of this role is operating councils’ plant and machinery, with the main role being the operation of a Cat 140 Road Grader.

 Requirements:

• Minimum HR class license (MC license highly regarded or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to work safely and efficiently as part of a team
• Experience operating heavy machinery is desirable

Full information package is available here.

For more information, contact Judd Hobson, Executive Manager of Works, at 0427 801 241 or works@kulin.wa.gov.au.

To apply, please submit your resume, employment history, and the contact details of two recent referees by 4:00pm Thursday 24 April (or sooner if a suitable applicant is found).

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Shire of Koorda has a vacancy for a full time (76-hours, 9-day fortnight) Garden and Town Maintenance Officer to assist with and contribute to the ongoing care and maintenance of our numerous parks, gardens, recreational facilities, caravan and tourist sites, town-based infrastructure, and waste water (sewerage) system.

If you are a self-motivated team player, hold, a ‘C’ class driver’s licence as a minimum, can operate a diverse range of position-related plant and equipment and are able to demonstrate previous experience of a similar nature to those requirements outlined within the Position Description, we would like to hear from you.

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Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the Executive Manager Infrastructure Services will provide strong leadership to deliver the strategic goals and objectives of the Shire in the areas of road construction, asset management, Town maintenance, Merredin cemetery, and waste management. You will also be responsible for roads and projects grant funding and will manage a team of approximately 18. This role is the driving force in developing major projects that boost infrastructure, drive local economic growth and improve public services, essential in supporting the community.

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Applications are invited for the position of Town Maintenance Officer with the Shire of Merredin. This role will undertake duties that ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all parks, gardens, street spaces, sports grounds, and reserves within the townsite and surrounding area, to a high standard in a safe and efficient manner that contributes to a positive image for the Shire.

Reporting to the Town Maintenance Leading Hand and working in conjunction with other Town Maintenance staff, this position is key to ensuring the Shire is clean and well maintained to meet the expectations of residents and visitors. Ideally, we are looking for someone that takes pride in their work, is flexible with working hours and has some experience in a similar role.

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The Shire of Yilgarn currently has an opportunity for a reliable person to join our team on a casual basis. The primary responsibilities of the position are the cleaning of Shire owned premises.

The applicant must be:
• Responsible
• Have a strong work ethic
• Have good personal presentation
• Attention to detail
• Capable of working alone
• Physically able to undertake manual work including lifting, carrying and kneeling
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated

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The Shire of Mt Marshall is seeking a fulltime educator to run an “in-venue” Family Day Care service commencing as soon as possible. The service operates Monday to Thursday under the support of the Willi Wag Tails Family Day Care Scheme and the Shire of Mt Marshall.

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Swimming Pool Manager to oversee the operations and maintenance of the Corrigin Swimming Pool. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about community engagement, safety, and aquatic recreation.

If that sounds like you, take the plunge and apply today!

Applications close 4pm Monday 28 April 2025.

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