Web Developer

We are looking for a talented Web Developer to join our Marketing team based full time in our offices in Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast - QLD. 

We value collaboration in our business, and as such, this role isn't offered as a work from home opportunity. The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate that they can work full time with us in our Maroochydore offices.

About Us

Ume Loans is a well-established business that kicked off back in 2009. At the heart of our business is helping customers obtain loans even if they don't fit the traditional bank or finance company criteria. 

Brief Role Outline 

The Group Web Developer serves as the key role for all aspects of the group's websites, handling a range of responsibilities that include web design and development, ongoing site and content maintenance, and various updates to ensure all sites align with the goals and objectives of each company in the group. 

Accompanying responsibilities include SEO compliance, graphic design for print and digital media; front-end / UI design for websites and other online platforms; EDM management, related platform / systems support. (e.g. Zapier, SendGrid, Google Sheets)

Role Responsibilities 

• Excellent communication skills, be a self-starter, resourceful and able to work effectively in a team environment. Be responsible for all aspects of the group's website maintenance and support.
• Develop and maintain internet / intranet sites, finance application forms, online enquiry forms using extensive knowledge of WordPress, HTML/CSS, PHP, XML, MySQL, JavaScript and related programming languages.
• Ensure all group websites are secure at page level, site level and network level; and that Secure Certificates (SSL) are maintained.
• Ensure all group websites are backed up daily; and that all platform versions, database versions, PHP versions, site themes, sites plugins and scripts are up to date on a daily basis, this also includes disc space allocation, user access and business continuity.
• Ensure all websites are SEO compliant, based on Google Search Console's minimum standards and guidelines.
• Facilitate web analytics reporting and similar performance reporting to help the team identify risks and opportunities to improve search engine performance and competitive advantage online.
• Develop, implement, and maintain all web-based applications that are used in operations, sales, marketing and related tasks.
• Execute unified front-end design and graphic design tasks in collaboration with the group's Head of Digital, Marketing Manager, Systems Analyst and Operations Directors. This includes the output of 
  • digital assets used in company stationery, 
  • online media, 
  • offline media, 
  • digital signatures, 
  • social platform placements and 
  • web placements.
• Assist in analysing, specifying and developing Internet strategies, web-based methodologies and development plans with the digital team
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards; software licenses; and applicable state and federal laws and regulations including data security, privacy, and intellectual property laws.
• Maintain a current knowledge of best practices and emerging developments in web design, web development and technology.
• Develop and maintain Email Direct Marketing (EDM) efforts by designing and building email content, and maintaining customer databases (lists and segments).
• design and develop digital animations, imaging, presentations, audio and video clips, and Internet applications using multimedia software, tools and utilities, interactive graphics and programming languages
• Maintain and document the group's internet domains.
• Perform other digital related duties as assigned.

Top 5 Reasons to Join our Growing Team

1. We are a well-established company and we've worked tirelessly over the years to build a highly respected national brand in our industry from right here on the Sunshine Coast.
2. You will be provided full training and support, plus you'll be given the opportunity to personally grow and increase your skills and experience.
3. We have created a highly collaborative team culture within our business that is regarded by many as the best in the industry.
4. Our team only work on high value projects that will benefit our business and end users.
5. The business experiences available to you are abundant and we reward high performance, loyalty and people who are willing to go the extra mile!

You Could Be Enjoying These Job Perks

• Work Monday to Friday. (week-ends are for relaxing)
• Enjoy your Birthday RDO every year to do whatever you want.
• Unlimited quality latte and tea along with other healthy treats.
• We have monthly team challenges, that when reached sees our team dine out regularly at quality restaurants and more.
• We also take the time to recognise the hard work of individuals in our team every month which can see you win prizes that support local businesses.

Do You Want to Go to the Top of the List?

To get your application to the top of the list, we encourage you to invest some time in making sure that you prepare a cover letter that accurately answers the three questions below.

Due to the high volume of applications that we receive from people wanting to join our team, any application sent without a Resume and Covering Letter addressing our opportunity, including the two points below in the “Next Step” will be disregarded. 

Next Step

Please send your Resume and Cover Letter addressing:

1. Confirming that you are willing to work full time from our offices in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.

2. What has attracted you to this role?

3. Why do you feel this is the right opportunity for you?

Interview Timing

We are hiring now, so don't delay your application.