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Trainee Rates Officer

City of Karratha
Karratha, WA
A$59,685 p/a
Government & Defence → Government - Local
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


Trainee Rates Officer
Salary Package: $ 59,685+ Super
Full Time – Fixed Term Traineeship
Come for a career and stay for a lifestyle!

Join Our Team!

The City of Karratha is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Finance team as a Trainee Rates Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification in Financial Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with maintaining the City’s rate book and property records
  • Support the issuing of rate notices and follow-up of outstanding debts
  • Respond to basic property ownership and rating enquiries
  • Update Ratepayer contact details and manage the Rates inbox
  • Learn to use financial systems and maintain accurate data
  • Follow City policies and procedures in daily operations

Skills & Experience:

  • Interest or background in finance, business, or administration (desirable)
  • Willingness to learn and apply legislative requirements
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic computer skills and a willingness to learn new systems
  • Strong attention to detail and time management
  • Ability to work in a team and take direction

Eligibility & Requirements:

  • Ability to undertake a Certificate III or IV in Financial Services
  • National (or Federal) Police Certificate (no more than 6 months old)

Why Join Us?

  • Earn while you learn – gain a formal qualification and real work experience
  • Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment
  • Build your skills in a stable, community-focused organisation
  • Access to training, mentoring, and development opportunities

How to Apply:
Click “apply now” to be taken to the City of Karratha’s online recruitment portal. Here you will be able to view the conditions of employment and position description for this role.

Applications close: 4.00 pm, Friday 25 July 2025.

For enquiries, contact the People & Culture Team on 9186 8543.

The City of Karratha reserves the right to commence the recruitment process for this position, prior to the closing date. Your early application is encouraged.

The City of Karratha is an equal opportunity employer.


About City of Karratha

Karratha, WA, Australia
Administration & Office Support

The City boasts a comprehensive working local history collection containing maps, plans, documents, photographs, newspapers, ephemera and oral history recordings. These are housed at the Karratha Public Library.

The purpose of Economic Development is to build up the economic capacity of the City of Karratha to improve its economic future and the quality of life for all.

It is a process by which the City will liaise with the public, business, government and not-for-profit sector partners collectively, to create better conditions for economic growth and employment generation.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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