• Full-time | Permanent | Local Government
• Level 9 | $119,563 - $127,444 + Superannuation with matching up to 15%
• 5-weeks Annual Leave | paid Wellness Day
• Modern office facilities in a well-connected location | Free onsite parking

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for governance, stakeholder engagement and delivering efficient Council services?
Join the City of Wanneroo and play a pivotal role in supporting Council decision-making through effective coordination, innovation and service excellence.

About the Role
Reporting to the Manager Corporate Governance & Council Services, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering Council-related services and supporting high-quality governance practices. You’ll balance strategic thinking with operational execution in a dynamic environment, ensuring that Council operations run smoothly, compliantly and efficiently.
This is a key leadership role responsible for stakeholder management, including elected members, executives and the wider community, while fostering a team culture aligned with the City's values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Council Services team to deliver excellent internal and external customer service.
• Provide specialist advice on governance, legislation, meeting procedures and Council operations.
• Ensure high standards of service delivery, reporting, compliance and risk management.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with elected members, City staff, government agencies and community stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement systems and processes to enhance Council support services.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning aligned with the City’s Corporate Business Plan.

About You
You are a proactive and skilled coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You possess strong leadership capabilities, political acumen and a collaborative mindset to manage a range of stakeholders.

To be successful, you will have:

• A qualification in Management, Business, Local Government or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience in governance, stakeholder engagement and legislative interpretation
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills within political or community-focused environments
• Strong planning, risk management and process improvement capabilities

What We Offer

• A dynamic and inclusive team committed to service excellence
• Competitive salary and matching superannuation contributions up to 15%
• Opportunity to influence key outcomes in a high-impact role
• Flexible work practices, work-life balance program and support for professional development
• Modern office facilities
• Free on-site parking, located close to Shopping Centre and Food Outlets
• 5 weeks annual leave and Paid Wellness Day
• Discounted Corporate Membership to our award winning Gym and Leisure Centre
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave

About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Applications close: Sunday, 27th July 2025

Reference Number: 686096

Interested?
If you are ready to lead high-impact governance support in a fast-paced Local Government environment apply now with your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this role.

For further information, please contact Vicki Coles, General Council on (08) 9405 5410.

Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as the City reserves the right to interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close this ad earlier for the right applicant.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 3 months.