Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town
At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.
We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).
Our Role:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, hands-on people professional to support the Manager P&C and lead the day to day operations of the P&C team in the newly created role of People, Culture and Safety Coordinator. In this role you will responsible for providing advice and support to line managers and coordinating recruitment and selection processes, people and performance management processes, WHS compliance and overseeing L&D program delivery. You will work both with line managers and the P&C team to deliver effective strategies that foster a positive workplace culture and support organisational goals.
What you will bring:
Our ideal candidate will have:
* Tertiary HR qualifications (or substantial experience in a similar role - at least 5 years)
* Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team to deliver organisational objectives
* Knowledge of current state and federal employment legislation and industrial instruments and an ability to interpret them
* Ability and experience managing employee issues
* Excellent communication and relationship building skills
* A positive, proactive and continuous improvement mindset and
* Ideally, previous experience in Local Government and Post Graduate qualifications
Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. Our recruitment process considers both technical and cultural fit, and how our development program can support individuals to grow into roles. You may just be the right candidate for this or another position at the Shire of Broome.
About the Shire:
Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:
* $95,440 - $111,389 base salary per annum.
* In addition to base salary there are generous allowances ($18,616 pa Broome Location Allowance incl Housing) and employer matched superannuation.
* Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave and monthly rostered days off - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle
* Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more.
* Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
* A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
* An active and engaging social club.
* Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates outside Broome.
The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your suitability for this position, as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Job Applications are to be submitted through Shire's website
For more information contact People and Culture on or
Application Deadline:
Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm 13th January 2026.
The Shire of Broome reserves the right to close an advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.