Youth Services Supervisor

Level 5 - $111,942.30 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)

*Increasing to $115,619.99 as of 1st July 2025

The Role

Are you passionate about empowering young people in our community and have experience in developing and delivering youth-focused programs? Do you thrive in a supportive and caring environment?

If so, join our team as a Youth Services Supervisor!

In this full-time permanent position, you will be a key player in creating and facilitating innovative youth programs and events that cater to the needs of young people aged 12 to 25 at the JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub and the wider Hedland community. You will lead the youth services team, oversee youth services operations, and serve as a positive role model for the young people who access our services.

Our ideal applicant will have tertiary qualifications in community engagement, community development, or another relevant field, experience in seeking and applying for grants and funding and demonstrated ability in engaging with young people and community groups.

You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the Town embarks on a culture of change with embracing of a wide range of new technologies, a large capital works program, and a number of other projects that make the Town a desirable place to live and work.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful Northwest that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment, to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• National Police Clearance;
• Current 'C' Class Driver's License;
• Working with Children Check Card;
• First Aid Certificate; and
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact Selene Bennett, Senior Youth Officer on (08) 9158 9300 or .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close at 11:30 PM on Wednesday 14 May 2025.

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.