Operations Coordinator

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).

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Operations Coordinator to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of infrastructure maintenance and community amenity services across the Shire.

This is a hands-on leadership role with broad scope - reporting to the Manager Operations, you'll oversee construction and civil works, road maintenance, fleet and workshop operations, and community amenity services, while managing a team of supervisors, mechanics and support staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading delivery of the Annual Construction Program and Maintenance Program
• Directing CapEx project planning and execution across civil infrastructure
• Overseeing sealed and unsealed road maintenance, footpaths, playgrounds, shade sails and signage
• Managing Workshop and Fleet functions, including planned and reactive maintenance programs
• Developing and managing capital and operational budgets

About You

You'll bring solid, practical experience in road maintenance operations across both sealed and unsealed environments - this is central to the role. The Shire manages a significant road network across diverse terrain, and we need someone who understands the full lifecycle of road maintenance, from inspection and prioritisation through to programming and delivery.

Beyond that, you'll have:

• Strong project management skills - planning, prioritising and delivering within budget and timeframe
• A degree or diploma in civil engineering or a related discipline, and/or 5+ years in a management or project engineering role
• Proven people management capability, with experience leading and developing operational teams
• Experience in contract management, procurement and risk management
• The ability to develop and implement traffic management plans in accordance with relevant legislation and standards
• Sound knowledge of asset management principles in an operational context
• Current unrestricted C Class driver's licence and White Card

Familiarity with the Kimberley region and its operational challenges (wet season access, extended supply chains, remote works delivery) will be well regarded.

For full details on the role, please refer to the position description: Operations Coordinator Position Description

Desired Skills and Experience

About the Shire

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

• $117k - $124k base salary per annum (dependent on experience)
• In addition to base salary there are generous Broome Location Allowance of $11,663 for tenants or $18,865 Home Ownership Allowance 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.
• Shire housing at market rent available for candidates outside Broome (able to be salary sacrificed).
• Relocation assistance may be made available.

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 at https://www.broome.wa.gov.au/Council/Join-the-Shire-of-Broome-Team/Current-Vacancies

For more information contact People and Culture on 08 9191 3456 or [email protected].

Application Deadline

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm Tuesday 30 June 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.