Bookings Officer

Bookings Officer

Level 3 - $93,176.64 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

As Bookings Officer will play a key role in the coordination, management and administration associated of bookings of Town of Port Hedland's facilities, events and externally held accommodation rooms. Based at the Wanangkura Stadium, you will work independently to ensuring effective delivery of all associated services including, processing payments and refunds to hire agreements and bookings. Part of your role will also be to conduct regular facility inspections of all sporting reserves, community buildings and other hired facilities while engaging with internal stakeholders to ensure any maintenance requests identified are rectified.

To thrive in this role you will need:

• Highly developed customer service and interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Experience working in an office administration role using a suite of computer-based systems and applications.
  
• Proven ability to work under pressure, use initiative and be well organised.
  

You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the Town embarks on a culture of change with embracing of a wide range of new technologies, a large capitals works program, and a number of other projects that make the Town a desirable place to live and work.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Working with Children Card (or willing to obtain)
  
• National Police Clearance
  
• Current 'C' class drivers license
  
• Rights to work in Australia
  

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
  
• Training and professional development opportunities
  
• Paid parental leave
  

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact the Talent team on (08) 9158 93***or .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.45pm Monday 1 April 2024

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.