Community Safety Coordinator
Position Number:
8
Department:
Community Planning & Sustainability
Level:
7
Award:
May be covered under Municipal Employees' WA Award
Base Salary
$100,372.20 plus superannuation, housing and district allowances (if eligible). $5,000 retention bonus payable on completion of 3 years. Base Salary and allowances are pro-rata for part-time.
Reports to:
Executive Manager Community Planning & Sustainability
Lead Community Safety Where the Outback Meets the Coast
At the Shire of Carnarvon, we play a vital role in protecting the safety, wellbeing, and liveability of our community — across our coastal reserves, neighbourhoods, visitor hotspots, and the places that make 6701 unique.
As part of our Community Planning & Sustainability team, you will contribute to a safer, more resilient Carnarvon. This is an opportunity to make a real impact through operational leadership, community engagement, emergency preparedness, and hands-on coordination of community safety programs that support both residents and visitors.
This is more than compliance — it's leadership, connection, and community protection.
What You'll Do
As our Coordinator Community Safety, you will:
* Lead community safety operations, setting priorities and coordinating the work of Community Safety Officers.
* Support emergency management preparedness, hazard mitigation programs, and multi-agency response and recovery.
* Oversee tourism and coastal safety operations, including compliance and visitor welfare at high-use locations.
* Lead complex investigations, enforcement actions, and local law compliance.
* Build strong partnerships with DFES, WA Police, DBCA, SES, RSPCA, tourism operators, and community groups.
* Provide a visible, community-focused presence across the Shire's coastal, townsite, and remote areas.
* Deliver community education initiatives that strengthen resilience, safety, and responsible tourism.
* Prepare reports, maintain governance standards, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery and WHS.
You'll join a committed team that plays a central role in keeping Carnarvon safe, supported, and well-prepared.
About You
You'll bring:
* Experience in community safety, regulatory services, emergency management, or related operational fields.
* Strong knowledge of Local Government legislation, compliance frameworks, investigations, and enforcement.
* Leadership capability, with the ability to guide teams, manage complex issues, and coordinate multi-agency activity.
* High-level communication and conflict-resolution skills, with confidence working across diverse community settings.
* Strong organisation, decision-making, and reporting skills.
* A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
* Alignment with our CARECHIP values — Courage, Authenticity, Respect, Excellence, Cohesion, Humility, Inclusion, Passion.
Experience working in regional or remote local government is highly regarded.
Why Join Us
We value leaders who want to grow their career in a supportive, purpose-driven organisation.
Your package includes:
* Salary: $100,372.20 plus superannuation, district allowance & housing allowance (if eligible).
* $5,000 retention bonus after 3 years' service.*
* 5 weeks annual leave + 2 additional public holidays.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Annual leave travel assistance, club membership subsidies, gym subsidy, and aquatic centre access.
* Additional benefits as per our Attraction & Retention Policy.*
* A values-led workplace focused on culture, wellbeing, and community impact.
* Subject to corporate policy.
How to Apply
If you're ready to lead community safety and contribute to a safe, resilient Carnarvon, we'd love to hear from you. To view the full position description: Community Safety Coordinator PD
Applications close: Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 4pm
For more information, please contact Denika Sweetman Manager People, Culture & Wellbeing, on
The Shire of Carnarvon reserves the right to close applications early and/or commence the shortlisting and interview process prior to the advertised closing date. The position may be filled at any time upon identification of a suitable applicant.