Lands Officer / Senior Lands Officer

Ref: 11120

Salary Package: $106,112 - $112,590 per annum plus super 

Come for a career and stay for a lifestyle!

The City of Karratha has been a powerhouse of economic growth for Western Australia and the nation. Previously a centre known only for its resource industry, the City of Karratha is fast developing into a regional destination and home for an increasingly diverse range of visitors and residents. For further information about Karratha, please visit www.karrathaiscalling.com.au

We are offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced and self-motivated professional to join our Approvals & Compliance team as our Lands Officer or Senior Lands Officer depending on level of experience.  This position is based in Karratha, offering an attractive salary and a range of other benefits including, but not limited to:

• Allowances
• Six weeks annual leave  
• 13% Superannuation 
• Wellness Program

The Lands Officer works as part of the Approvals & Compliance team and is responsible for dealing with Crown land matters and a variety of referrals from internal and external stakeholders. This is a new role, within a newly formed Strategic Planning team, and will assist with a number of important projects such as: review of the townsite boundaries; on-going tenure negotiations in Dampier and Wickham; embedding a due diligence process for consideration of Aboriginal heritage; City road audit; and the on-going review of mining application referrals.  There will also be ample opportunity to contribute to shaping the direction of the role and the broader team with a view to providing best practice land services within the organisation. 

The successful candidate will possess: 

• Experience in dealing with Crown land processes, mining tenements and/or State Government referrals desirable.
• Tertiary qualification in land use planning or an acceptable related course of study desirable.
• Current C class driver’s licence
• National (or Federal) Police Certificate (no more than 6 months old)

Applications are to include a CV, completed application form, and a covering letter (max 2 pages) indicating your ability to meet role requirements.

For enquiries about this position, please contact Jenna Cunningham or Jessica Gardner on 9186 8543. 

Applications are to be received by no later than 4.00pm, Tuesday 5th September 2023.  They are to be emailed to hr@karratha.wa.gov.au or sent via post to PO Box 219 Karratha WA 6714.