Commencing: Immediately
Position Status: Full-time
Salary: Level 6/7 range of $66,562 - $71,919
Applications are invited for the position of Administration Officer – Corporate Services. The successful candidate will provide confidential and effective administrative support for the Shire of Merredin, including the processing of payroll and the efficient and courteous delivery of customer services, including Department of Transport licensing transactions. You will be working in the Corporate Services directorate which delivers Financial, Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Procurement, Risk, WHS and Customer Service activities for the Shire. In addition to the general administration and customer services responsibilities of this role, you will complete fortnightly payroll processing for the organisation. We are a small team and are looking forward to welcoming a new team member. Ideally, we are looking for someone who is experienced working in a similar environment, however, your ability to adapt and quickly gain the necessary knowledge and skills will be highly regarded.
Working at the Shire offers excellent benefits, including;
- A fantastic work-life balance;
- A small, personable team environment;
- Superannuation co-contributions (as per Shire policy);
- Training and development opportunities; and
- A great employee Health and Wellbeing Program including flu vaccinations, skin checks and an Employee Assistance Program.
Your commencement salary will be within the Level 6/7 range and will depend on your level of qualifications, skills, and experience.
If you would like further information about this position, please contact Leah Boehme, Executive Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9041 1611 during office hours. If you require information on how to apply, please email careers@merredin.wa.gov.au
To apply, send your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to careers@merredin.wa.gov.au or drop it off at the Shire Administration Building, no later than 4:00 pm on Friday 21 August 2026.
Craig Watts
Chief Executive Officer