• Casual (or Fixed Term Part Time)
• Level 4, $50.00 per hour (Inclusive of Casual Loading)
• Immediate start

About the Town

The Town of Bassendean is a small local government that sits along the Derbarl Yerrigan on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. We employ around 150 staff in diverse teams of dedicated people who are committed to delivering a wide range of services to our community. The Town maintains strong connections to our residents and drives positive change. We strive to build a strong, liveable community for now and for the future. Although we are small in size, we are big in heart, connectedness and collaboration.

About the Team

The Town's Planning and Regulation department encompasses the Planning, Building, Environmental Health and Ranger Services, who are responsible for administration of the Town's Local Planning Scheme, Local Laws and state legislation

About the role

The Administrative officer position will be responsible for:

• The provision of administrative support to the Planning and Regulation directorate.
• Assisting Ranger services in maintaining animal registrations, management of residential parking permits, annual fire compliance letters, processing infringement notices, including reminder notices.
• Providing support where required towards the formulation of Council reports, briefing papers, business cases, quarterly reporting, and update databases.
•  Undertaking any other duties as directed by the Manager of Planning and Regulation or Director of Community and Place

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in an administrative role, preferable in the Local Government sector.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills with ability to communicate with customers at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgement to solve problems as they occur.
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment in a friendly and positive manner.
• Sound literacy and numeracy skills.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Microsoft Office suite including MS outlook.
• Demonstrated commitment to punctuality and reliability in accordance with the agreed working hours of the position.
• C class drivers license.

All Town of Bassendean staff demonstrate our corporate values of community, respect, connection, adaptability and accountability.

Salary and Benefits

This casual role attracts a salary of $ 50.00 per hour inclusive of a Casual Loading, however we would be open to negotiating a 6 month Fixed Term Part Time Contract at $40.00 per hour. 

 The Town also offers up to 4% additional superannuation (conditions apply), free parking, ongoing training and professional development.

Working Hours

The position is casual, with up to 24 hours per fortnight, with flexibility in the days / hours worked. 

Would you like to know more?

Further information is available on our web site www.bassendean.wa.gov.au. For position related queries please contact Cam Hartley, Manager Regulation and Planning at cam.Hartley@bassendean.wa.gov.au or call at 08 9377 8024.