Records Officer
Full Time- 15 Months Fixed Term
About the role
The Shire of Ravensthorpe has an exciting opportunity for an energetic and driven person to join our Corporate Services Team full time for 15 months.
The successful applicant must be highly motivated, team focused, have excellent communication and organisational skills together with proven experience in local government or record management with the ability to learn new skills. The successful applicant must have well developed and sound computer skills that can be strongly demonstrated.
As the Records Officer you will play a key role in developing and progressing the Shire of Ravensthorpe Record Management systems, procedures and programs plus assisting the administration team in providing front line customer service and administration duties.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Bethany Goss, HR/Payroll Manager by calling (08) 9839 0000, for any queries, or to further discuss the opportunities and requirements for this position.
Conditions
Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:
- Pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol
- National Police Clearance
What’s in it for you?
A total salary package up to $90,231 pa will be offered depending on skills and experience, as per the Ravensthorpe Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2023.
There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with the Shire of Ravensthorpe: -
- A competitive, Enterprise Bargaining Agreement-based salary with annual increments
- 12% Guaranteed Superannuation
- Additional 5% superannuation with co-contributions
- $114 per week pro rata allowance for full and part time employees residing within the Shire, to assist with the living costs associated with living in an isolated area
- Public Holidays plus two additional days of leave per year (Local Government holidays)
- 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
- Free Gym and Pool season pass for all full and part time employees
- Free Annual Flu shot
Location
The Shire of Ravensthorpe encompasses the settlements of Ravensthorpe, Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup, Munglinup and Fitzgerald and is located within the picturesque Fitzgerald Biosphere Coast region. Located five hours south east of Perth, two hours west of Esperance and three hours east of Albany, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is nestled amongst the spectacular Fitzgerald River National Park, the Ravensthorpe Range and stunning coastline.
A beautiful and family friendly place to settle that offers a healthy lifestyle, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is made up of strong communities, with locals who are passionate about agriculture, art, wildflowers, history, the environment, sport, fishing and recreation. The primary industries include mining, farming and tourism.
How to apply for this position
Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:
- A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position along with a copy of any relevant qualifications
- A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work.
- The contact details of two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current Supervisor or Manager
Applications can be emailed to recruitment@ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Ravensthorpe and marked Confidential – Records Officer no later than 4pm Friday, 15th May 2026.
Supporting a diverse workforce
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.
We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Nicole O’Neill
Chief Executive Officer