Governance Officer

Residential – Tom Price | Full time

Starting salary $84,801.60 p.a. (negotiable dependent on skills and experience) + Allowances + 6 Weeks Leave + Super Matching Scheme

Shire provided accommodation and a relocation package may be available to eligible candidates for this role.

About the Position

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Governance Officer to join our Corporate Services team in Tom Price.

With a strong focus on confidentiality, the Governance Officer provides support and administrative assistance to the Council and the Manager Governance through the Council meeting process and governance functions.

Our ideal candidate will be highly organised with good attention to detail and previous administrative experience. You will be able to work effectively in a team, show initiative, and be able to multi-task to meet deadlines.

This position offers a competitive remuneration package and six weeks' annual leave. All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.

For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact Jasmine Bray, Manager Governance on 0424 155 982.

Submitting your Application

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au by 9:00 AM Monday 24 March 2025.

Please note: Shortlisting may commence immediately and this vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

The Shire of Ashburton encompasses the towns of Tom Price, Onslow, Paraburdoo, and Pannawonica. Our employees enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, set amongst the backdrop of world renowned Karijini National Park and Millstream Chichester National Park with spectacular gorges, deep red earth and are some of the oldest formations in the world and our coastline takes in the Mackerel Islands, with turquoise water and opportunities for best fishing and snorkelling.

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Please Note: Canvassing of Elected Members or Shire Employees will disqualify. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for a National Police Check upon job application.