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Our people hold a wealth of experience and ideas that contribute to the successful operation of the organisation. We also aim to continuously improve, as we look for ways to improve the experience our ratepayers and residents have when they live, work and play in Kalamunda.

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How to Apply & the Recruitment Process

Prepare your application

For your application to be shortlisted, it must demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for the position.

Read the Advertisement and the Position Description. The Position Description is available on our website under the job listing in Career Opportunities.
Create your Covering Letter (max. 2 pages); include response to the Selection Criteria (if required, see advertisement); and
Update your Curriculum Vitae (Resume), ensure it includes:

Full name
Daytime contact number
Email address
Home address
Work history (most recent first)
Education and training history
Contact details for at least two referees that can comment on your recent work history from a supervisory capacity.

Submit your application

Submit your application through SEEK as soon as possible as the advertisement may close early if there is a large pool of suitable applicants. Late applications may not be accepted.
Please ensure you combine documents so that there is a maximum of two attachments only.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please call the People Services representative, details included in the advertisement.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview:

Prepare for the interview

Read the Position Description again and prepare your responses to the criteria. This is available on our website under the job listing in Career Opportunities.
Research the City of Kalamunda by reviewing details on our website.
Write down any questions you would like to ask regarding the role or conditions of employment.

Attending the Interview

Bring along any supporting documents, if required.
Arrive 15 minutes early to read through the interview questions and prepare your responses.
The recruitment panel consists of at least two members. Interviews follow a set format to ensure equity and fairness to each applicant.
Interviews range from 30 minutes to 1 hour in duration depending on the role.

Further Assessment

After the interview, People Services may contact your referees to conduct a Reference Check
For some roles a medical and/or drug & alcohol screen maybe undertaken
For some senior or specialty roles further selection testing may be undertaken such as skills assessment tests, emotional intelligence tests and/or cognitive ability tests.
For some roles a police check and/or Working with Children Check will be required.
All successful candidates will need to provide 100 points of ID and proof of their working rights in Australia.

Outcome

The successful candidate will be verbally offered the position, on acceptance they are given a written Offer of Employment.
Once they accept, the other interviewed candidates will be advised by phone call and all other candidates will be advised by email.

If you have any questions during the process, please contact People Services on (08) 9257 9999 during business hours.

We're always looking for people to employ from a range of different backgrounds, skills and experience who are passionate about their work and want to become part of Team Kalamunda. If this sounds like you, have a look at our current employment opportunities below.

Vacancies

We reserve the right to withdraw advertisement of opportunities listed prior to the closing date and to commence recruitment immediately. Candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity.

Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted/assessed. Individuals are encouraged to apply.

Senior Project Manager

Closing Date: 9am Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Position Type: Full Time, Fixed Term 5 year contract
Salary: $125,000 – $130,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + superannuation.

About this Opportunity

As the successful applicant, you will, lead the delivery of building and infrastructure projects, ensuring outcomes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You will also provide effective leadership to project teams and engage with stakeholders, foster collaboration and drive performance to achieve successful outcomes in accordance with legislative requirements, and the City's governance frameworks.

Other key components of the role include:

Promoting a work environment that empowers, motivates and develops a highly skilled team capable of delivering key outcomes.

Preparing and maintaining Project Management Plans, including all necessary management processes and procedures, and documentation necessary to monitor project delivery.
Preparing and managing design, superintendency and construction tender documentation in accordance with City processes and policies.
Negotiate and provide expert advice on variation amounts and responsibilities with the superintendent and contractor.
Monitor expenditure on projects and report on budget adjustments and funding requirements.

Further details about the role and selection criteria can be found within the position description available on our website.

Hours of Work

This is a fixed term 5-year contract working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight.

A flexible work arrangement option such as flexitime, a 9-day fortnight (completing additional hours across 9 days to access a day off each fortnight) or 19-day month (working additional hours across 19 days to access 1 day off per 4 weeks) is available with no impact to annual salary.

About the Benefits

The salary for this position is $125,000 - $130,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience), plus superannuation.

Benefits include 5 weeks’ Annual Leave, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme, novated lease option, free parking, training and development opportunities, discounted health insurance and discounted memberships at City owned facilities.

How to Apply

To be considered for the position your application will consist of a current resume and covering letter (no more than two pages long), detailing work-related experience and skills relevant to the requirements of the role.

For more information, the position description can be found on our website under Career Opportunities: www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au.

Your application and other supporting documents can be submitted electronically via our website or through Seek - attaching a maximum of TWO separate documents.

For any further queries about the role, please contact Stuart Murphy, Coordinator Construction (08) 08 9257 9864 or email people.services@kalamunda.wa.gov.au.

Applications close 9am Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

The City of Kalamunda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community we serve. We aim to have a work environment where everyone feels included and everyone can realise their full potential.

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