Employment Opportunity

MANAGER INFRASTRUCTURE AND WORKS

FULL TIME ROLE 3-5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Executive leadership opportunity | Progressive Wheatbelt community

 

The Shire of Brookton is seeking an enthusiastic and capable local government professional to join our Executive Leadership Team.

Located just 90 minutes from Perth, Brookton offers an excellent country lifestyle combined with the opportunity to build broad executive experience in a progressive and improvement-focused rural local government.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Manager Infrastructure and Works is a senior management position responsible for the management of the Shire’s road and drainage network, waste and sewerage facilities, parks and recreational facilities and integrated water system.

To be considered for this position you should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in local government or experience in civil engineering in a related field or in a similar role covering the key areas of:

  • Proven project planning skills.
  • Financial management and budget preparation experience.
  • Sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation and local government operations.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a multidisciplinary team.

The position will be a 3 to 5 year negotiated contract with a total remuneration package of up to $189,197, including cash salary of up to $126,776 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience).

Confidential enquiries about the position should be directed to Mr Gary Sherry - Chief Executive Officer on 0427 421 032.

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, or emailed to: HR@brookton.wa.gov.au, marked: “Confidential – MANAGER INFRASTRUCTURE AND WORKS”, by 4pm, Monday, 9 November 2026.

Application Package available here

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

FULL TIME ROLE

Hourly Wage $ 38.7574

Level 3, Local Government Officers’ (WA) Award 2021

A great full-time opportunity has opened to join the team at Shire of Brookton as an Administration Officer. The Shire is seeking an experienced and highly self-motivated person to join our Administration Team.  With strong organisational abilities, administrative skill and computer literacy you will enjoy a varied role being our key customer contact and providing internal administrative support.

This permanent full-time position attracts a salary range starting at $85,774.78 to $88,455.24. Local Government experience, though not essential, will be viewed favourably.

To be considered the applicant will have:

  • Previous experience in an administrative role.
  • Strong computer and IT skills.
  • Ability to collaborate within a team setting.
  • Discretion when dealing with customer information.
  • A friendly and helpful disposition.
  • Efficient verbal and written communication skills.

What We Offer:

In return, the Shire provides a competitive remuneration package, including:

  • Permanent Full Time
  • Superannuation of up to 15.5% with a matching co-contribution scheme
  • Four weeks’ annual leave with leave loading and two additional leave days during the Christmas/New Year closure
  • Access to health and wellbeing programs, including free access to the Brookton Gym and Aquatic Centre
  • Flexible working arrangements

Confidential enquiries about the position should be directed to Mr Stuart Billingham, Manager Corporate & Community - 0428 656 457.

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, and can be mailed, emailed to hr@brookton.wa.gov.au or hand delivered, marked “Confidential – Administration Officer”,

by 4pm, Monday, 19 October 2026.

We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close this position ahead of schedule if a successful candidate is identified.

Applications should include a covering letter detailing your suitability and experience for this position together with a copy of your resume and qualifications. 

Application Package available here