• Are you an organised and proactive professional looking to support executive leadership?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on infrastructure and development?
• Are you looking for flexibility, career development and a supportive team culture?

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At Capel we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

As the Executive Assistant to the Director Infrastructure and Development, you will provide high-level administrative, executive and project support. You will manage diary coordination, prepare reports, assist with strategic project delivery, and be a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

The rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
• Full time, 19-day work month
• Base annual salary $74,000 per annum dependent on skills, experience and qualifications
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Executive Assistant - Infrastructure & Development PDF (387KB). If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/council/work-with-us.aspx to access the position description.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART values of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Experience providing executive support to senior leaders
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Sound research, reporting and record-keeping skills
• Initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality

Knowledge or experience in providing executive support within local government will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Matt Young, Director Infrastructure & Development or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.

Applications close

9.00am on Monday 26 May 2025.

The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.