Development Services Officer

Commencing: Immediately

Position Status: Full Time

(Part time considered for the right applicant)

Salary: $64,311 - $65,199 per annum*

*pro rata for part time

An exciting opportunity has emerged at the Shire of Merredin for a Development Services Officer to join our team. This role will sit within the Infrastructure Services Directorate and will support the Executive Manager Infrastructure Services to achieve strategic outcomes relative to the department.

The Development Services Officer will be responsible for providing support, primarily in relation to planning and building submissions, and be a key point of contact for the community, developers, builders and other stakeholders.

This position will provide initial advice and receipt of development applications and building permits, including demolition permits, and be the main point of contact with Town Planning Contractors and Building Surveyors engaged to process these applications.

This position offers excellent benefits for an enthusiastic and driven individual who in return will be offered:

• A fantastic work life balance;
• A small, personable team environment;
• Training and development opportunities;
• Access to additional superannuation through the Shire’s co-contribution program;
• Salary sacrifice options; and
• A great employee Health and Wellbeing Program including flu shots, skin cancer screens and an Employee Assistance Program.

The ideal candidate will have great verbal and written communication skills, well developed problem solving skills and excellent time management. They will also have a sound knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety and Risk Management in this field.

Applications are to include a CV and covering letter (max 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria and indicating your ability to meet the role requirements. A position description, which includes the selection criteria, can be obtained on the Shire’s website or requested via email: careers@merredin.wa.gov.au.            

Applications are to be received by no later than 4:00pm, Tuesday 27 May 2025. Applications are to be marked "Private and Confidential" and emailed to careers@merredin.wa.gov.au or sent via post to PO Box 42, Merredin WA 6415.

If you are interested in the role and would like more information, please contact Craig Watts, Chief Executive Officer, on (08) 9041 1611.

Craig Watts

Chief Executive Officer

The Shire of Merredin is an equal opportunity employer. We promote the principles of merit and fairness in our employment practices and select the best person for the job.