Why Join Us?

The City of South Perth's talented workforce prides itself on delivering excellent service to the community. Located 4kms from the Perth CBD and bordering the stunning Swan River, the City is widely recognised for its active places and beautiful spaces.

As an organisation, we are committed to being an employer of choice by attracting and retaining values based and customer service orientated people. When employed by us, you will have the opportunity to thrive, as well as take advantage of great working conditions and benefits including:

• Flu Vaccinations and Skin Screening
• Outdoor Active Classes and Team Activity Challenges
• Yoga and Pilates
• Physical Nutrition programs
• Financial wellbeing tools
• Mental Health and Safety seminars

• 5 weeks Annual Leave plus 17.5% Leave Loading
• Purchase up to 4 Additional Weeks of annual leave per year
• Free Onsite Parking
• Flexitime available for full time employees
• Learning and Professional Development opportunities, including the popular Perth Inner City Mentor Program
• Award winning Health and Wellness Program, free and onsite for all employees
• Superannuation 1/1 Sessions
• Corporate Discounts with major Health Insurance Providers (up to 7% discounts)
• Personal Leave up to 14 days per year (based on length of service)
• Inclusive and Safe workplace practices
• We are also working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Employer.

About the Position

This position is responsible for providing executive and governance support to the City's Executive Management Team (EMT), supporting the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Director Corporate Services, Director Development and Community Services and Director Infrastructure Services by coordinating a broad range of administrative services and leveraging extensive knowledge to support EMT's delivery of business operations.

Due to the nature of this role and the support required, the successful candidate must have the ability to work full-time from Monday to Friday.

To be successful in this position you will need to demonstrate in your cover letter:

• A minimum of 12 months previous experience in a Western Australia Local Government CEO Executive Support position.
• Time management, prioritisation and organisational skills with the ability to complete a broad range of work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to deal with matters of a confidential, sensitive nature and/or urgent matters with discretion, integrity and professionalism.
• High-level interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to liaise effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.
• Current National Police Clearance.
• Current 'C' Class Driver's Licence.

Please see the attached position description for further information.

Ready to Apply

If you're ready to be a part of our diverse and progressive team, please submit an online application using the 'Apply' button on the City's website. Supporting documents should be saved in .pdf format. Hardcopy applications may also be provided to our Civic Centre Reception. Applications in formats that cannot be opened will not be assessed.

For more information regarding the position, please contact, Arielle Jones-White, Senior HR Advisor, on 08 9474 0777 and visit the City's website southperth.wa.gov.au/careers

Applications close at 4.00pm AWST on Friday 31 October 2025.

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close advertisements early therefore an early application is strongly encouraged.

The City of South Perth acknowledges and pays respect to the traditional custodians of the land upon which we live, work and play - the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation.

The City of South Perth is an equal opportunity employer, who is committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

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