About Us

At the Shire of Denmark, we foster a values-driven, inclusive and empowering workplace. With an outstanding 99% staff satisfaction rate, we offer more than just employment — providing long-term stability, a supportive environment, and genuine opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

As a Shire employee, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the running and growth of Denmark, build a rewarding career, and contribute to initiatives that directly benefit the community and enhance local services.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager Technical Services, the Engineering Administration Officer plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Technical Services team. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality administrative support, coordinating team activities, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with customer enquiries and service requests.

Working closely with Technical Officers, contractors and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure the efficient delivery of services by providing administrative support, coordinating information, maintaining records and contributing to the smooth operation of the department.

This is a varied and rewarding position that requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and record minutes.
- Provide administrative support to Technical Services staff and contractors.
- Respond to customer enquiries, service requests and correspondence in a professional and timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with the Shire's records management requirements.
- Assist with procurement activities, ordering and stock control of consumables and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Support Technical Officers and other departments across the organisation as required.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.




- Contribute to a positive team culture and support continuous improvement initiatives.

About You To be successful in this role, you will have -

- Excellent administration and organisational skills.
- Solid written and verbal communication abilities.
- High-level customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Sound knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to effectively prioritise competing demands.
- A proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach to work.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Experience

- Previous experience within the civil construction, engineering or infrastructure sector.
- Experience working within Local Government.
- Knowledge of Synergy Soft and/or QGIS.
- Minimum three years' experience in a similar administrative role.

Candidates must be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening, and provide a current National Police Clearance.

The Benefits

- Stable long-term career opportunity.
- Supportive, respectful and high-performing team environment.
- Enjoy the benefits of working closer to home, saving time, fuel and money.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the local community.
- Competitive salary.
- Salary sacrificing options, including additional superannuation contributions.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Hours – Full Time - 76 hours per fortnight. Salary -$69,904.00 per annum The Shire welcomes you to apply -

Applications can be submitted via:

- Via the Shire Website - www.denmark.wa.gov.au/employment.
- Email: [email protected]
- Post: PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333

Applications are to be received no later than 4.00pm on Friday 04 September 2026. Please note the Shire reserves the right to commence shortlisting at any stage of the recruitment process and to close this advertisement prior to the nominated closing date.

David King

Chief Executive Officer

PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333

Telephone: (08) 9848 0300 9848 0300)

📌 Engineering Administration Officer (Denmark)
🏢 Shire Of Denmark
📍 Denmark