Coordinator Building Services

Job Category: Construction, Architecture & Interior Design

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, for Everyone, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).

Job Description

About the Position:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, experienced and qualified candidate to join the Shire of Broome in the role of Coordinator Building Services. This position will report to the Manager Planning and Building Services and supervisor Technical Officer – Swimming Pools and Aquatic Facilities.

The Coordinator Building Services will be responsible for coordinating the day to day functions of the Building services section at the Shire of Broome, this will include assessment and processing of building applications in a timely manner to ensure compliance with the Building Act and Regulations and overseeing the performance of the Shires pool barrier inspection program.

In addition, you will also be responsible for supervision and mentoring to the Technical Officer – Swimming Pools and Aquatic Facilities and support cross functional teams within the Development and Community Directorate.

This is a full time, permanent position. Monday - Friday, 7:45 am - 4:30 pm and a Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO). The Shire is open to flexible or alternative work arrangements for the right candidate.

About You:

The preferred candidate will have current WA drivers licence and registration as a Building Surveying Practitioner-Technician (or similar) and White Card (Basic Construction Industry Induction).

The Shire may also consider applicants with minimum of three years Building surveying experience and working towards ongoing personal and professional development and training as required.

Previous experience in a Local Government environment would be highly regarded.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. Our recruitment process considers both technical and cultural fit, and how our development program can support individuals to grow into roles. You may just be the right candidate for this or another position at the Shire of Broome.

Desired Skills and Experience

About the Shire:

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

- $101k to $107k base salary per annum (depending on experience)
- Generous Broome Location Allowance of $11,414 for Tenants, or $18,616 Broome Location Allowance for Owner-occupiers and employer matched superannuation.
- In addition, Building Services Attraction and Retention Allowance of $15,000 (pro-rata)
- Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave and monthly rostered days off - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle
- Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more.
- Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
- A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
- An active and engaging social club.
- Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates outside Broome.
- Flexible or alternative work arrangements for the right candidate, including hybrid or working from home options.

We recognise that Broome is a regional location and housing can be a challenge. Therefore, assistance to source housing is available to candidates outside Broome, including salary sacrificing rent.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your suitability for this position, as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm Friday, 10 October 2025.

The Shire of Broome reserves the right to close an advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.

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