Working with Us

We are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce which values, respects and thrives on diversity.

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.

Environmental Health Officer (6-month fixed term contract)

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 7 April 2023
Position Type: Full-time, (6-month fixed term contract)
Salary: $82,337 - $88,551per annum, pro rata plus 10.5% super.

The City of Kalamunda is looking for an experienced Environmental Health Officer with a ‘can do’ attitude and excellent communication skills to join their team on a 6 month fixed term contract.

About this Opportunity

As the successful applicant, you will play a vital role in providing a safe and healthy environment for the community and contributing to the Community Health & Wellbeing Plan. Working in areas as diverse as food safety, water quality monitoring, environmental pollution control and health promotion planning. Every day will bring new experiences and challenges. You will build relationships with individuals, businesses and community agencies throughout the City.

Selection Criteria

Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent as approved by the Chief Health Officer - Department of Health.
Previous experience in Environmental Health within local government.
Developed written and verbal communication skills including interpersonal skills, report writing, consultation, correspondence, negotiation and meeting participation skills with the ability to relate to all sections of the community.
Well-developed skills in the operation of Office 365 apps.
Proven performance delivery in an environmental health context demonstrating an ability to meet set goals and targets.
Authorised person and inspector under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 Sections 87 & 88.
Experience in health promotion (desirable).

Hours of Work

This is a full-time, 6 month fixed term contract working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight with the option for rostered days off depending on business needs.

About the Benefits

This position offers a Level 6 salary being $82,337 - $88,551 (depending on skills and experience) p/a, pro rata, plus 10.5% super.

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Customer Relations Officer - Community Safety

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 7 April 2023
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: $69,172 - $73,701 per annum, plus 10.5% super.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced customer services support officer who demonstrates a positive attitude with an interest in Community Health.

About this Opportunity

As the successful applicant, you will provide high quality customer service as the initial contact for enquiries and information requests from both internal, external customers, identify and convey details to the appropriate team member and Coordinator with regards to all health matters pertaining to the Community Health team.

Selection Criteria

Relevant training or equivalent experience in a Customer Relations capacity.
Ability to ensure consistently high standards of customer service is delivered both internally and externally.
Ability to work both autonomously and within a team environment.
A sound level of understanding of the broad functions of Local Government, statutory requirements, and laws.
Good quality and accurate presentation of advice, both verbally and written, via all standard forms of business communication (including email, memo, letters, reports; policies; procedures; and the development and delivery of visual presentations).
Demonstrated administration experience, including administering programs and business correspondence.
Developed ability to prioritise and work in a timely manner to achieve outcomes.
Highly developed skills in the use of Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and IT Vision’s – Synergy Soft.
Ability to foster a culture of innovation and excellence through continual team improvement.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight with the option for rostered days off depending on business needs.

About the Benefits

This position offers a salary of Level 4 being $63,894 - $65,829 (depending on skills and experience) p/a, plus 10.5% super. Other benefits are annual salary increments and EBA increases each year, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme and annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading.

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Principal Strategic Planner

Manager Approval Services

Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 10 April 2023
Position Type: 5-year fixed term
Salary: Negotiated contract in the range of $130,000 - $155,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience), + superannuation

Other benefits include:

Flexible work arrangements including working from home and flexible hours
Provision of a mobile phone or taxable mobile allowance
Laptop
Annual salary reviews
Five weeks annual leave
Novated vehicle lease options
Corporate health membership discounts
Access to courses, seminars, internal GROW training programs and on-line training

About this Opportunity

Participate in the operational planning and undertake the day-to-day management and leadership of the statutory planning, planning compliance, development engineering and building areas, in order to contribute to the City’s objective relating to future growth; anticipating community demands and expectations; and revitalisation and improvement projects.

Provide professional support to the Director Development Services in the day-to-day management and operation of Development Services, to ensure that the planning and building functions are consistent with the Council’s philosophy and statutory obligations.

The role includes but is not limited to:

Supporting Council and Executive to ensure they are fully and accurately informed to ensure best possible operational decisions are made.
Developing and implementing effective operational business plans in the Development Services area.
Maintaining and further developing community participation through the provision of high quality legislated consultative processes, initiatives, programs, services and facilities.
Management of the Approval Services team.
Preparation and monitoring of section budgets and implementing expenditure reduction initiatives.

Selection Criteria

Possession of a tertiary qualification in Town and Regional Planning or equivalent and possession of, or progress towards, a Post Graduate qualification in Management being desirable.
Training in the management and/or leadership of human resources, & team building / development is desirable.
Eligibility for membership to the Planning Institute of Australia.
A minimum of five years’ experience in a Senior Town Planning role (preferably in Local Government) is required.
Proactive and innovative management skills demonstrated in a planning and development team environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation and customer service skills, particularly maintaining partnerships and networks in an approval services environment.
Experience in applying statutory requirements; laws; and frameworks relevant to planning services within a local government environment. Relevant experience in building legislation would also be highly regarded.
Financial management experience in preparation and monitoring of section budgets and expenditure reduction initiatives proactively implemented.
Good strategic and operational planning skills demonstrated by improving community participation, team structures and workflows.
Intermediate skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) & the LG ‘IT Vision – SynergySoft’ Software.

For further information, please refer to the Key Result Areas and Selection Criteria within the position description below.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight with opportunity to work from home on occasion. Due to council meeting requirements, you will be required to work outside of normal business hours on occasion.

Refer to the Position Description for more information about this position.
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Coordinator Design & Survey

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 31 March 2023
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: Level 9 $107,943 - $114,896 per annum + superannuation

This position offers the opportunity to coordinate and lead a design and survey team to deliver effective project design outcomes.

We are seeking a highly specialised professional who enjoys the challenges of engineering road and drainage design with urban and rural settings.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager Asset Planning & Delivery, we are seeking a Coordinator with proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a solution based environment, demonstrating collaboration and teamwork, with innovation and excellence.

Some of the duties of this role:

Review the outputs from the design and survey team with an experienced civil engineering lens to ensure quality, compliance and best outcome are achieved.
Ensure project designs meet the required scope are compliant with both industry and regulatory bodies for example, AusRoads, DWER, Main Roads WA.
Review and on occasion develop construction estimates for designs at different stages of progression to inform budgets (project and department) and quote / tender documentation.
Understand the role of asset management in the delivery of services to the community.
Experience and understanding of Project Management Principles.
Arrange all prior approvals required to facilitate the delivery phase of projects, including but not limited to, clearing permits, service utilities relocations/modification and Main Roads WA requirements.
Ensure survey are undertaken in efficient and accurate manner, and within the agreed timeframes.
Ensure project design requests are scheduled in consult with the Manager Asset Planning & Delivery, to align with the City’s Capital Works delivery program and other opex design / survey request.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, to ensure the project designs meet the required scope and undertaken accurately and in a timely manner and are suitable to the current industry construction techniques.
Liaise with other units and communicate with stakeholders to ensure designs not only meet project objectives and get approved, but also better outcomes for the City and its residents.

About You

Some of the key responsibilities in this position:

Ability to think innovatively and adapt as necessary to resolve issues and ensure the success of project objectives.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the demonstration of respectful and inclusive workplace behaviours to achieve organisational objectives.
Excellent communication, people and collaboration skills, to positively influence, motivate and support a team.
Ability to optimise and improve business unit processes and overall approach to each project.
Preparation and presentation of Project Reports to Senior Management Team.

Selection Criteria

Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification in civil engineering, construction or a recognised specialised equivalent
Extensive experience in a similar role within local government or a similar environment.
Experience in coordinating a team and schedule of work.
Highly developed interpersonal skills, negotiation, conflict resolution and the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated high level organisational and administration skills with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters appropriately.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Proven ability to effectively manage time and resources to meet deadlines under competing priorities and ensure delivery of a high-level service to the community.
Highly developed written skills including the ability to undertake research, develop complex proposals, and write technical strategic documents and submissions, including policies and procedures.
Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise good judgement and initiative when required.
Competent in providing high level advice including specialist advice on policy matters.
Competent and highly developed skills using computer applications in particular the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Microsoft Project and working knowledge AutoCAD and other Civil Design software.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours over a 9-day fortnight with a rostered day off.

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Facilities Maintenance Officer

Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 3 April 2023
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: Level 5 $76,131.67 per annum + superannuation

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, approachable, and experienced Facilities Maintenance professional to join an amazing and supportive Building Maintenance team of the City of Kalamunda as a Facilities Maintenance Officer.

About this Opportunity

The position is responsible for supporting the Facilities Maintenance Team with the delivery of planned maintenance, reactive maintenance and renewal projects required to City facilities and other assets, within budget parameters and in a timely manner. The successful candidate will proactively undertake a range of related duties that include but are not limited to internal and external stakeholder management, customer service support, facility inspections, database management and other duties as directed.

About You

You will be experienced and skilled in the following:

Delegating day-to-day maintenance requests / tasks.
Ensuring consistently high standards of customer service is delivered by contractors.
Assisting in the resolution of customer complaints and queries.
The ability to produce good quality and accurate presentation of advice.
Letter and report writing, data entry, budgeting and estimating.
Assisting in development of planned maintenance schedules.
Ability to provide on-call support.
Ability to complete building inspections and audits.

Please refer to the Position Description for more information on the essential knowledge and skills criteria for the role.

Selection Criteria

Relevant trade qualification (preferably carpentry) and/or extensive experience in facility maintenance.
Current Construction Safety Awareness Card (White card).
Construction tickets relevant to this position.
Police Clearance.
Knowledge and ability to interpret drawings.
Well-developed interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Sound verbal communication skills.
Intermediate computer skills i.e. the use of Microsoft applications, databases, and recordkeeping software.
Demonstrated possession and use of time management skills.
Working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety regulations

Hours of Work

This is permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours over a 9-day fortnight with a rostered day off.

About the Benefits

This position is being offered on a salary of Level 5 being $76,131.67 per annum plus superannuation. Other inclusions are Vehicle for commuter use only, annual increments, EBA salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme, annual leave with 17.5% loading, Laptop and Mobile provided etc.

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Irrigation Maintainer