Senior Community Development Officer

Senior Community Development Officer

Level 7 - $132,595.68 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)
Housing Provided
Utilities Allowance + Relocation Assistance

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful Northwest 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

Are you passionate about regional community development and have what it takes to lead and coordinate the Community Engagement & Development Team?

Can you build strong and positive stakeholder relationships while effectively evaluating the impacts of projects and community campaigns?

The Town of Port Hedland is seeking an experienced and professional leader to guide a diverse, multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering community engagement and development initiatives. This team's work spans stakeholder engagement and consultation, diversity and inclusion, multicultural affairs, community engagement, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community relationships, community wellbeing programs, and the administration of community grants.

In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of innovative strategies that strengthen connections across all sectors of our community, ensuring alignment with the Town's strategic priorities, including the Community Development Plan and the Access and Inclusion Plan. You will foster collaborative partnerships, support staff to respond to emerging challenges, and champion a collective impact approach to create meaningful, inclusive outcomes for the people of Hedland.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

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:

• Relevant Bachelor's Qualification in community development, social sciences, communications, or another relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in community engagement or development in a major company or government
• Strong experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating projects, events or community campaigns
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class driver's license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Housing provided
• Utilities allowance
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000
• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• 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 cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. 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 Anna Savil, Manager of Youth and Community Development on (08) 9158 9778 9158 9778) or .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close at 11:30 PM on Tuesday 1 September 2026

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 living with disabilities.