Rates Officer (Contract)

Gosnells, Australia

Reference: 6907604

• Contract up to 12 months
• Full time (76 hours per fortnight)
• Nine-day fortnight option available
• Five weeks annual leave
• Free parking onsite
• Electric vehicle charging facilities onsite (Civic Centre)
• Generous superannuation (up to 17%, conditions apply)
• Health and wellness program (including annual skin checks, flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments and seasonal wellness sessions)
• Convenient location with easy access to Roe, Tonkin and Albany Highways
• Access to health fund corporate discount
• Salary range: $82,892 to $88,095 plus super (effective 12 July 2026)

About the City

The City serves a diverse community of approximately 145,000 residents. The City is a large local government in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

The City of Gosnells is seeking to appoint a proactive Rates Officer to join its Financial Services Branch on a 12-month contract.

Reporting to the Coordinator Rates, this role assists with the levying and collection of rates, as well as maintaining the City's property database and rates valuation register.

What we are looking for

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Strong financial, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Well-developed time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment
• Ability to work effectively in a small team, exercising initiative and sound judgement to proactively contribute to the business unit

Essential requirements

• Current National Police clearance (less than three months old) Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition.

In return we can offer you

• A competitive salary and additional superannuation contributions
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career
• A supportive and forward-thinking work environment where your contributions shape the community's future

Ready to apply?

For more information or to apply visit the City's website.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362 for any questions.

Applications close at 4pm on Monday 6 July 2026.

The City of Gosnells embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.

Applications Close: 06 Jul 2026