Administration Officer - Ranger & Emergency Services
Tom Price, WA
(Onsite)
Join the Shire of Ashburton as an Administration Officer - Ranger & Emergency Services and provide vital administrative support to a team delivering services that help keep our community safe, supported and prepared.
About Us
The Shire of Ashburton services the administrative centre of Tom Price and the towns of Onslow, Pannawonica and Paraburdoo.
The Shire also encompasses the Aboriginal communities of Bindi Bindi, Wakathuni, Bellary, Youngaleena and Ngurawaana.
Our vision is to embrace our unique Pilbara environment and lifestyle, by developing vibrant, active and connected communities.
We believe that social values are worth fighting for, and that everyone deserves to share in the richness created from where we choose to invest, live and visit.
What's on Offer?
- Starting salary range from $80,937.73 p.a. (plus $12k cost of living allowance = $92,937.73 p.a.), negotiable subject to experience
- Six weeks' annual leave + additional Annual Wellbeing Day
- Annual Health & Wellbeing Allowance of $299
- Superannuation match scheme (SOA contribution up to 21%)
- Secure local government role with training and development opportunities
About the Position
We're looking for an organised and motivated Administration Officer to join our Ranger and Emergency Services Team.
This is a full-time position based in Tom Price, offering a great opportunity for someone who enjoys providing high-quality administrative support and wants to contribute to services that directly support the community.
Working closely with Rangers, Emergency Management personnel and a range of internal and external stakeholders, you'll provide administrative and customer service support across a broad range of activities. From responding to enquiries and managing records to coordinating meetings and supporting operational initiatives, you'll play an important role in helping the team deliver effective services to the community.
Note that this role is suited to local residents of Tom Price with their own accommocation.
This position is responsible for:
- Providing customer service and responding to enquiries relating to Ranger Services and Emergency Management.
- Maintaining records, databases and regulatory documentation.
- Preparing correspondence, reports, meeting agendas and minutes.
- Processing purchase orders, invoices, travel arrangements and administrative transactions.
- Supporting emergency management activities, meetings and community initiatives.
- Assisting with the efficient delivery of Ranger and Emergency Services operations.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- Previous administration experience in a busy office environment.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience maintaining records, databases and documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
- A current C Class Driver's Licence.
- A commitment to the Shire values of Respect, Openness, Teamwork, Leadership, Excellence, and Health & Wellbeing.
How to Apply?
Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: https://www.ashburton.wa.gov.au and applications will close at 9:00 AM on Monday 10 August 2026 . Note: Shortlisting may commence immediately and this vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. Your early application is encouraged.
For further information regarding this role, please contact Carmen Taylor , Manager Regulatory Services, on 0408 494 687 .
All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Industrial Agreement 2026 .
The successful candidate will be required to obtain a National Police Check and provide evidence of qualifications prior to commencement. We strongly encourage applicants to begin this process when applying.
The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.
Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify applicants.
