$114,994.85 per annum (including Port Hedland Allowance)
- Challenging professional role
- Eligible for housing, vehicle, utilities allowance and relocation assistance
- 6 weeks annual leave
Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia’s beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.
The Role
The Town is looking for an astute individual to drive the delivery of the Councils Economic and Tourism Strategy and its related projects, programs and initiatives. We are looking for someone who is community-focused, proactive, and results driven who has experience working in a complex organisation and can deliver on major strategic priorities.
Candidates require degree qualifications in economics, business, law, tourism, or a related field. Our ideal candidate is community focused with the ability to foster and create effective partnerships with government and business as well as collaborating with and assisting other directorates in the organisation to promote investment and business activity that is sustainable and which meets defined corporate objectives and maximises benefits for the broader community.
Work Related Requirements
The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:
- Degree qualification economics, business, law, tourism, or a related field
- Proven project management experience
- Highly development communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship building skills with both internal and external stakeholders
- National Police Clearance
- Current ‘C’ class drivers licence
Employee Benefits
In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:
- Six weeks annual leave 17.5% leave loading
- Wellness program (includes discounted gym membership, pool passes etc.)
- Superannuation co-contribution scheme
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Paid parental leave
.How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention “Confidential Advertised Vacancy” either by:
Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721
Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the essential and desirable criteria found within the position description, summarising how any relevant experience meets the position requirements. Applicants who do not address selection criteria may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.
Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.
For further information about this position please contact the Recruitment team on 08 9158 9342.
The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.
Applications close 4:00pm, Monday 14 December 2020.
The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
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