Regulatory Services Officer

Applications Close (AWST): 09:00 AM 14/07/2026

Salary up to: $80,000 - $89,999, $90,000 - $99,999

Occupation: Policy/Planning/Research

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kununurra - Remote WA

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.

The Organisation

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of S afety, T eamwork, A ccountability, C ommunication, and R espect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The East Kimberley

The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused Regulatory Services Officer to join our Planning and Community Development team. This role provides a diverse range of administrative, technical and customer service support across the Shire's Planning, Building and Environmental Health functions, helping to ensure the effective delivery of regulatory services to our community.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is interested in planning, development and local government processes and is keen to develop their knowledge and experience within a supportive team environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing administrative support to the Planning and Regulatory Services team and broader Planning and Community Development Directorate;
• Acting as the first point of contact for planning enquiries and providing information to customers via phone, email and counter services;
• Assisting with the administration of development applications, including lodgement, registration and preliminary reviews for completeness;
• Maintaining databases, registers and records to support regulatory and planning functions;
• Coordinating referrals to internal departments and external agencies and assisting with public advertising requirements;
• Assisting with planning research, policy reviews and the preparation of reports, correspondence and development documentation;
• Supporting regulatory services activities through a variety of field-based inspections and compliance-related tasks under the guidance of qualified officers;
• Processing local law permits and assisting with property information requests and land purchase enquiries;
• Contributing to the review and improvement of policies, procedures and organisational directives;
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with legislative and organisational requirements;
• Participating in training, mentoring and professional development opportunities to build skills and knowledge across planning and regulatory services;
• Actively contributing to a positive team culture and delivering high-quality customer service outcomes.

A current unrestricted WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence and the ability to obtain an acceptable National Police Check are essential requirements for this role.

You will also need strong administration and organisational skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, sound computer skills, a commitment to customer service, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. An interest in planning, development assessment and local government processes, along with a willingness to learn and develop new skills, will be highly regarded.

More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.

Salary And Benefits

Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page, you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 12% employer superannuation, with the Shire offering to match up to an additional 5% in co-contributions when the employee contributes an equivalent amount
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Shire provided corporate uniforms
• Opportunities for professional development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual, part-time and maximum-term roles.

APPLY NOW!

If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Kat Gilpin our Manager Planning and Regulatory Services at ***email_hidden*** for a confidential discussion.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.

Attachments

• 3107 - Position Description - Regulatory Services Officer - June 2026.pdf