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Manager Major Projects

Posted: 09/09/2026

Closing Date: 23/09/2026

Salary: $145,000.00 - $165,000.00

Job Type: Contract

Location: Administration Office

Job Category: Engineering,Program & Project Management

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 Position:

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, experienced and qualified candidate to join the Shire of Broome in the newly created role of Manager Major Projects.

Reporting to the Director Infrastructure, this role is responsible for delivering significant infrastructure projects safely, on time, within budget and in accordance with approved quality standards, statutory requirements and stakeholder expectations.

This role will lead the planning, procurement, delivery and governance of the Council's major capital works and strategic infrastructure projects to achieve community, economic and organisational objectives

A full position description can be found here: Manager Major Projects

About You

As our preferred candidate you will have significant project management experience, working on complex infrastructure projects and substantial capital works programs. You will ideally have tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, construction management or a related discipline, with formal project management certification.

Highly effective contract administration skills, sound problem solving and decision-making skills as well as excellent financial and budget management skills are also a must.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application!

Desired Skills And Experience

Working for the Shire of Broome in this role means you will enjoy:

• Base salary range between $145,000-$165,000 per annum (depending on qualifications, skills and experience).
• In addition to base salary there are generous Location Allowance of $11,783 and Rental Housing Allowance ($22,464) and employer matched superannuation.
• Shire housing at market rent available for candidates employed from outside of Broome (able to be salary sacrificed).
• Unrestricted Private use of a vehicle is offered
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates outside Broome.
• Professional Development (Annual State Conference attendance and relevant membership fee reimbursement)
• Annual Leave Travel Expense Reimbursement up to $2,500 pa
• Attractive Leave entitlements, including 1 week's additional annual leave - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle!
• Salary packaging 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 gyms, Pilates and Yoga.
• An active and engaging social club.
  
  

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.

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 hr@broome.wa.gov.au.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm Wednesday 23 September 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.

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