Regional Coordinator
Job no: 1593
Category: Administration & Office Support
- Join the Aboriginal Communities Water Services Team and make a difference
- Use your administrative skills to help shape decisions that will develop & sustain WA’s water sources
- Permanent opportunity based in Osborne Park, Salary of $90,119 plus 11.5% Super
Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future.
The world is changing and as we work towards a more sustainable future every day, our teams work to create innovative solutions and help deliver and manage water across our state. We invite you to join one of our committed teams and thrive as you collaborate with bright minds while shaping WA’s water future.
This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.
About the role
Our Aboriginal Communities Water Services (ACWS) program was established in July 2023 to manage the transition from the Department of Communities to Water Corporation for providing safe and reliable water services to remote Aboriginal communities. The ACWS program is a critical component of our Thrive2035 goals, our Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Strategy, and the transformation roadmap.
Our Regional Coordinator provides critical high-level and confidential support to our Regional Manager ACWS and Lead Team. You must have strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have a high level of organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities whilst delivering a high standard of work.
You will work closely with the Lead Team to provide support across a wide range of areas of business administration services such as diary and travel management, events coordination, attending to ministerial correspondence and preparation of Executive and Board papers.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
What the role will involve
- You will be proactive and manage the Regional Manager ACWS’s calendar to resolve schedule conflicts in advance and build space for priority tasks and critical engagements
- You will coordinate and effectively manage all Board, Executive and Board Sub-Committee papers and actions for the Business Unit in an accurate and timely manner
- You will monitor Ministerials, Priority Ones (P1’s), Briefing Notes and Parliamentary questions and undertake liaison as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely provision and response
- You will provide a high-quality service to internal and external customers while building successful relationships on behalf of the Regional Manager ACWS
- You will liaise and coordinate information with external and internal stakeholders and committees as required
About you
- Substantial support and administrative experience in a similar role
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate successful outcomes with multiple stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direction and high attention to detail
- A pro-active mindset with the skill of working well under pressure with conflicting priorities
- A can-do attitude with the ability to remain calm and focussed in high pressure situations
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Monday 17th February 2025.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.
Job no: 1593
Category: Administration & Office Support
- Join the Aboriginal Communities Water Services Team and make a difference
- Use your administrative skills to help shape decisions that will develop & sustain WA’s water sources
- Permanent opportunity based in Osborne Park, Salary of $90,119 plus 11.5% Super
Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future.
The world is changing and as we work towards a more sustainable future every day, our teams work to create innovative solutions and help deliver and manage water across our state. We invite you to join one of our committed teams and thrive as you collaborate with bright minds while shaping WA’s water future.
This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.
About the role
Our Aboriginal Communities Water Services (ACWS) program was established in July 2023 to manage the transition from the Department of Communities to Water Corporation for providing safe and reliable water services to remote Aboriginal communities. The ACWS program is a critical component of our Thrive2035 goals, our Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Strategy, and the transformation roadmap.
Our Regional Coordinator provides critical high-level and confidential support to our Regional Manager ACWS and Lead Team. You must have strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have a high level of organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities whilst delivering a high standard of work.
You will work closely with the Lead Team to provide support across a wide range of areas of business administration services such as diary and travel management, events coordination, attending to ministerial correspondence and preparation of Executive and Board papers.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
What the role will involve
- You will be proactive and manage the Regional Manager ACWS’s calendar to resolve schedule conflicts in advance and build space for priority tasks and critical engagements
- You will coordinate and effectively manage all Board, Executive and Board Sub-Committee papers and actions for the Business Unit in an accurate and timely manner
- You will monitor Ministerials, Priority Ones (P1’s), Briefing Notes and Parliamentary questions and undertake liaison as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely provision and response
- You will provide a high-quality service to internal and external customers while building successful relationships on behalf of the Regional Manager ACWS
- You will liaise and coordinate information with external and internal stakeholders and committees as required
About you
- Substantial support and administrative experience in a similar role
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate successful outcomes with multiple stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direction and high attention to detail
- A pro-active mindset with the skill of working well under pressure with conflicting priorities
- A can-do attitude with the ability to remain calm and focussed in high pressure situations
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Monday 17th February 2025.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.
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