Working with Us

We are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce which values, respects and thrives on diversity.

Our people hold a wealth of experience and ideas that contribute to the successful operation of the organisation. We also aim to continuously improve, as we look for ways to improve the experience our ratepayers and residents have when they live, work and play in Kalamunda.

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How to Apply & the Recruitment Process

Prepare your application

For your application to be shortlisted, it must demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for the position.

Read the Advertisement and the Position Description. The Position Description is available on our website under the job listing in Career Opportunities.
Create your Covering Letter (max. 2 pages); include response to the Selection Criteria (if required, see advertisement); and
Update your Curriculum Vitae (Resume), ensure it includes:

Full name
Daytime contact number
Email address
Home address
Work history (most recent first)
Education and training history
Contact details for at least two referees that can comment on your recent work history from a supervisory capacity.

Submit your application

Submit your application through SEEK as soon as possible as the advertisement may close early if there is a large pool of suitable applicants. Late applications may not be accepted.
Please ensure you combine documents so that there is a maximum of two attachments only.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please call the People Services representative, details included in the advertisement.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview:

Prepare for the interview

Read the Position Description again and prepare your responses to the criteria. This is available on our website under the job listing in Career Opportunities.
Research the City of Kalamunda by reviewing details on our website.
Write down any questions you would like to ask regarding the role or conditions of employment.

Attending the Interview

Bring along any supporting documents, if required.
Arrive 15 minutes early to read through the interview questions and prepare your responses.
The recruitment panel consists of at least two members. Interviews follow a set format to ensure equity and fairness to each applicant.
Interviews range from 30 minutes to 1 hour in duration depending on the role.

Further Assessment

After the interview, People Services may contact your referees to conduct a Reference Check
For some roles a medical and/or drug & alcohol screen maybe undertaken
For some senior or specialty roles further selection testing may be undertaken such as skills assessment tests, emotional intelligence tests and/or cognitive ability tests.
For some roles a police check and/or Working with Children Check will be required.
All successful candidates will need to provide 100 points of ID and proof of their working rights in Australia.

Outcome

The successful candidate will be verbally offered the position, on acceptance they are given a written Offer of Employment.
Once they accept, the other interviewed candidates will be advised by phone call and all other candidates will be advised by email.

If you have any questions during the process, please contact People Services on (08) 9257 9999 during business hours.

We're always looking for people to employ from a range of different backgrounds, skills and experience who are passionate about their work and want to become part of Team Kalamunda. If this sounds like you, have a look at our current employment opportunities below.

Vacancies

We reserve the right to withdraw advertisement of opportunities listed prior to the closing date and to commence recruitment immediately. Candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity.

Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted/assessed. Individuals are encouraged to apply.

Casual Building Surveyor

Community Bushfire Preparedness Officer

Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary: $82,739 - $87,952 per annum + superannuation

About the Opportunity

The City of Kalamunda has a vacancy in the Community Safety Team for an active and enthusiastic Officer who will support the team and the community in areas of Fire Safety, Education, Preparedness and Compliance. This role will also support the team to achieve its responsibilities in Emergency Management.

Essential Selection Criteria

Fostering and maintaining strategic partnerships and networks, particularly in relation to community safety and bushfire safety.
Foster a culture of innovation and excellence through continual process improvement
Ensuring consistency high standards of customer service is delivered both internally and externally.
Proven ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative.
Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and public relation skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Desirable Knowledge/Skills Criteria

Senior Department of Fire and Emergency Services (EFES) qualifications.
Minimum of 4 years Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade, Fire Service or SES experience.

Essential Training/ Qualifications

DFES Advanced Firefighting Certificate
AIIMS 4 or equivalent / introduction
DFES Fire Control Officer Certification
Suitably qualified to be gazetted as an authorised person for the purposes of the role
Past or present Volunteer Bushfire Brigade or Volunteer Fire Rescue Service experience
Drivers Licence - possession of a current full ‘C-B’ (Manual) class drivers licence allowing the holder to drive legally in Western Australia.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight

About the Benefits

This position is being offered on a salary of Level 5 being $82,739 - $87,952 per annum plus superannuation. Other inclusions are annual increments, annual salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme and 22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading. We also offer flexible work arrangements or the option for a rostered day off fortnightly or monthly.

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Ranger

Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Position Type: Part-time, 33 hours per fortnight
Salary: $75,177 - $87,952 p/a pro rata, plus super

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Ranger to join our Community Safety team on a part time basis (33 hours per fortnight). We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive team player with a can-do attitude who is customer focused and enjoys connecting with the community and maintaining public safety.

About this Opportunity

This position is responsible for administering relevant statutory legislation, the City’s Local Laws, and Policies, applicable to the role, and as authorised by Council. Further, you will be required to provide a high level of efficient and effective customer service to the community and public, through education and enforcement, in matters relating to fire compliance, animal control, off road vehicles, litter, and parking.

Selection Criteria

Ensuring consistently high standards of customer service is delivered both internally and externally.
Demonstrated experience in a public contact or service environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent level of computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and Internet applications.
Foster a culture of innovation and excellence through continual team improvement.
Working knowledge of Local Government Act, Dog Act, Bush Fires Act, Off Road Vehicles Act, Litter Act, Cat Act, Council Local Laws, and policies.
Experience with animal handling.

Essential Training/Qualifications

Regulatory Officer Compliance Skills (ROCS 1 & ROCS 2)
Possession of a current ‘C-B’ (Manual) class driver’s licence allowing the holder to drive legally in Western Australia
Current National Police Clearance Certificate – no more than three months old and a willingness to update minimum 3 yearly
Current Senior First Aid Qualification (desirable)

Hours of Work

Preference to work Mondays and Fridays up to 33 hours per fortnight.

About the Benefits

This position offers a salary between $75,177 - $87,952 pro rata p/a, plus super. Other benefits include annual salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme, 22 days annual leave pro rata with an additional 17.5% loading.

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Horticultural Labourer

Closing Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Position Type: Permanent full-time
Salary: $69,440 per annum + superannuation

We have an exciting opportunity for a Horticultural Labourer to maintain the City’s parkland, streetscapes and landscaped areas.

About this Opportunity

Safely and efficiently undertake manual labouring duties and operate and maintain a variety of plant items including trucks, to assist in the completion of maintenance to the City’s parkland, streetscapes and landscaped areas, whilst providing a high level of customer service to Council’s internal and external clients to ensure efficient and effective operations.

This position works within a small, motivated team. Some of the duties of this role include:

Perform a range of labouring tasks, such as pruning, mowing, weeding and spreading mulch.
Operate and maintain a variety of items of plant and machinery items such as lawn mowers, brush cutter and hand tools.
Operate trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
Further details can be found in the Key Result Areas of the Position Description

About You

To be successful for this role you will require:

MR driver’s licence and truck driving experience
Current WA Construction Induction Card (White Card)
Demonstrated experience in physical labouring.
Demonstrated understanding and experience in horticulture.
Experience in plant and vehicle operations such as trucks, ride on and walk behind mowers, brush cutters, landscaping hand tools, and chemical handling and application.
Sound knowledge of safe operation procedures and maintenance of tools and equipment
Knowledge and awareness of WHS rules and regulations, including a sound knowledge of safe working practices.
Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral with an ability to deal with members of the public and other council officers.
Working well in a team as well as an ability to work independently and unsupervised

Hours of Work

This is permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 76 hours over a 9-day fortnight with a rostered day off.

About the Benefits

This position offers a salary of $69,440.68 per annum, plus superannuation and an operations allowance. Other benefits include:

Annual increments and EBA salary increases
A generous superannuation co-contribution scheme
Free parking
22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading
Personal Leave
Corporate Health Membership Discounts
Free access to online learning
Discounted membership at City owned facilities
Rostered day off fortnightly

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Leading Hand Asphalt Works

Closing Date: Tuesday 22 April 2025
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: $76,688 - $79,011 per annum + operations allowance + superannuation

We have an exciting opportunity for a Leading Hand Asphalt Works to supervise asphalt works for maintenance and minor projects within the City.

About the City of Kalamunda

The City of Kalamunda is a local authority with a population of 63,000 located approximately a 35-minute drive from the Perth CBD. The City provides the opportunity to work in a diverse environment from rural, natural bushland to highly developed residential, commercial and industrial areas.

About this Opportunity

Oversee the day-to-day duties of the allocated crew to effectively and efficiently undertake the approved capital and maintenance programme.

This position works within a small, motivated team. Some of the duties of this role include:

Supervise asphalt works for general maintenance and minor projects including but not limited to minor road patch, pothole repairs, asphalt wedge, bunds, road edge and spray seal.
Undertake construction, maintenance and inspection of Council owned infrastructure and provide reports and recommendations.
Operate and maintain an asphalt truck and a variety of items of plant and machinery.
Perform a range of labouring tasks related maintenance work.
Further details can be found in the Key Result Areas of the Position Description

About You

To be successful for this role you will require to have significant experience in asphalt works, in addition to the following experience:

Experience in the direction and supervision of small crews.
Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.
Demonstrated understanding and experience in taking a lead role and providing direction to the crew in asphalt works.
Demonstrated experience in asphalt final trim, screeding, and compaction.
Up to date knowledge of asphalt works techniques and approaches.
Sufficient plant and vehicle operating ability to fulfil the position and Council objectives.
Sound knowledge of Quality Assurance Procedures and Practices.
Knowledge and awareness of environmental issues associated with road maintenance activities.
Knowledge and awareness of OHS rules and regulations, including a sound knowledge of safe working practices.
Experience in a wide range of power and hand tools i.e. plate compactor, concrete cutter, bitumen cutter, chain saw.
Demonstrated experience in and ability to perform a range of physical labouring.
Sufficient skills to maintain plant in good condition.

Hours of Work

This is permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 76 hours over a 9-day fortnight with a rostered day off.

About the Benefits

This position is being offered on a salary of Level 6 being $76,688 - $79,011 per annum, plus superannuation and an operations allowance. Other benefits include:

Annual increments and EBA salary increases
A generous superannuation co-contribution scheme
Free parking
22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading
Personal Leave
Corporate Health Membership Discounts
Free access to online learning
Discounted membership at City owned facilities
Rostered day off fortnightly

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Visitor Information Officer

Coordinator Infrastructure Services

Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 21 April 2025
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary: $117,312-$124,869 per annum + superannuation

We are seeking an experienced leader to coordinate the effective and efficient management of infrastructure maintenance of the City’s assets.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager Asset Maintenance, we are seeking a Coordinator to provide leadership to the City of Kalamunda’s Asset Maintenance team and to provide coordination and management of infrastructure maintenance of the City’s Assets. This includes but is not limited to roads, footpaths, kerbs, drainage, bus shelters, and signs. This position will assist the Manager Asset Maintenance to deliver strategic outcomes and organisational goals in the management of these assets and related services.

This position will require attendance of activities and events outside of normal office hours. This position also requires to be on the After-hours Roster.

This position would suit someone with a relevant tertiary qualification in civil engineering, construction or a recognised equivalent.

Selection Criteria

Previous experience in a similar role within Local Government or similar environment.
Proven skills in contract management, budget, time and resources management, grant application and acquittal and project delivery.
Highly developed interpersonal skills, negotiation, conflict resolution and the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders to enable effective working relationships and collaboration.
Demonstrated high level organisational and administration skills with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters appropriately. Supported with writing skills to undertake research and write technical and strategic documents and submissions, including policies and procedures.
Ability to use personal computer applications, and particularly the Microsoft Office suite of products.
Possession of or progress towards a post graduate management qualification or the willingness to undertake further formal study relevant to the position and the objective of the position within a reasonable timeframe. (Desirable)

Please refer to the Position Description for more information on the key result areas and selection criteria.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight.

About the Benefits

This position is being offered on a salary of Level 9 being $117,312 - $124,867 per annum plus superannuation. Other inclusions are annual increments, annual salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme and 22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading. We also offer flexible work arrangements or the option for a rostered day off fortnightly or monthly.

For any further queries about the role, please contact People Services on 08 9257 9967.

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Working with Us

We are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce which values, respects and thrives on diversity.

Prepare your application

Submit your application

Prepare for the interview

Further Assessment

Outcome

Vacancies

Volunteers

Work Experience

Benefits