Governance Support Officer

4 days ago

Gingin, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Permanent full-time Governance Support Officer role based in Gingin, Western Australia. Salary up to $69,805.16 per year plus superannuation up to 15%.


Responsibilities
  • Assists in delivering the Shire's corporate governance functions. Working under the guidance of the Coordinator Governance, this role provides support across council processes, statutory compliance, meeting administration, and records management.
  • Prepares agendas and minutes, maintains governance registers, supports elected members, and ensures organisational compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
  • Provides coverage for Records Management when required.

What we can offer
  • Annual cash salary up to $69,805.16 plus superannuation up to 15%.
  • 9-day fortnight is possible and 19-day month is possible (full-time).
  • 22 days annual leave.
  • Supportive team environment and professional development.

What to include in your application

Your application must include:

  • Covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
  • Current CV / Resumé (referees should be current).
  • Response to the Selection Criteria — see the Position Description; in a separate document outline how you meet each requirement (maximum of 3 pages).

How to apply

Applications close 4.00pm, Wednesday 10 September 2025. Written applications may be emailed to mail@gingin.wa.gov.au or submitted via the Apply for this role button.


A police clearance and medical check will be required later in the process.


Eligibility
  • Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Gingin.
  • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
  • The Shire of Gingin is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Shire encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities, and genders to apply for this position.
  • All employees and prospective employees of the Shire of Gingin are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

Enquiries
  • Genesia Koorasingh, Human Resources Manager – (08) 9575 5100
  • Lee-Anne Burt, Coordinator Governance – (08) 9575 5130

Note for recruiters and employment agencies: unsolicited resumes or recruitment services will not be responded to or accepted.


Employment type
  • Full-time

Seniority level
  • Entry level

Job function
  • Other

Industries
  • Government Administration
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