• Full-Time | Temporary Contract – 3 years
• Level 7 | Salary: $108,804 - $115,610, plus superannuation
• Vacancy 118/2025

The opportunity

We are in the market for an experienced and qualified professional Senior Project Officer, you are passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge.

This position will be responsible for the planning and management of a range of strategic projects aimed to increase the economic growth, employment, investment, government infrastructure and services in Mandurah.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Relevant degree
• Current unrestricted C class national driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated professional experience of at least 3 years in economic or business development, private investment attraction and/or delivery and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Experience in working with the business sector and understanding of factors affecting business growth (desirable).
• Experience in working with the human capital sector and understanding of key issues and opportunities in skill development, higher education, and employment pathways (desirable).
• Sound understanding of the business development and investment process, financial reporting and key factors driving regional economic growth.
• Demonstrated ability to be collaborative and build relationships internally and externally to further the reputation and success of Mandurah.
• Research, analytical thinking and report-writing skills.
• Ability to discuss, articulate and challenge business plans and options.
• Knowledge of Australian and State Government grant funding program.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. Further information can be obtained by calling Peter Blomfield on (08) 9550 3213.

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer