Contract Administration and Rates Officer

· $85,560.80 up to 5% matched super

· Combine your contract admin skills with rates and property expertise

· Flexible working, supportive team, and ongoing professional development

At the City of Bunbury, we’re proud to serve one of Western Australia’s most vibrant regional communities. Our team is collaborative, community-minded, and focused on delivering exceptional service to residents, businesses, and visitors alike. We work hard to make Bunbury a great place to live, work, and grow, and that starts with people like you.

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-driven and organised Contract Administration and Rates Officer to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide outstanding customer service to property owners and contractors while also ensuring the City’s contracts and rates systems are accurate, compliant, and well maintained.

You’ll be responsible for:

Maintaining and updating the City’s contract register, ensuring details remain accurate and current

Recording contractor insurance, licences, and qualifications in line with Council requirements

Keeping supporting documentation, issue logs, and communications organised and up to date

Preparing agendas and minutes for contract-related meetings

Assisting with documentation for contract variations, extensions, and performance reviews

Handling rates enquiries via phone, email, and in person

Processing property and rating transactions, including receipting, rebates, refunds, and Advice of Sales

Maintaining the property database and ensuring street addressing complies with legislation

About You

You’re someone who loves accuracy, systems, and service. You enjoy keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, and your eye for detail means nothing slips through the cracks. You take pride in delivering helpful, professional customer service and supporting both your team and the community.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

Experience in administration, records management, or contract coordination

A good understanding of property or rates processes (or a willingness to learn)

Strong organisational and time management skills

Confidence using databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office

A professional, friendly manner when dealing with customers and contractors

The ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team

Ready to Apply?

Head to our City of Bunbury Careers Website to answer the selection criteria and send us a copy of your resume and cover letter.

Applications close 5PM AWST, 26th of October 2025
Apply here: https://cityofbunbury.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies/

Please note: Applications submitted via SEEK will not be considered.

We’re Committed to Inclusion

The City of Bunbury values diversity and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and respected. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, contact us at [email protected] or call 08 9792 7000.