• A dynamic and detail-focused role
• Be part of a team committed to quality and improvement
• A friendly and collaborative team environment

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

The Shire of Capel is seeking an experienced and motivated Records Officer to join our Community & Corporate Directorate. This role is responsible for managing the Shire’s corporate records and information systems, ensuring compliance with the State Records Act 2000, the PRIS Act 2024, and the Shire’s Recordkeeping Plan.
Key responsibilities include:
•    Managing the Shire’s corporate mail and central inbox, including registering, scanning, filing, and distributing correspondence.
•    Processing, maintaining, and archiving records within the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS).
•    Supporting staff with records management advice, training, and compliance monitoring.
•    Contributing to digitisation, disposal, and quality assurance activities.
 

The Rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• Full time, 19-day work month
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
• Base annual salary $68,841 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

We are looking for candidates with:
•    Behaviour aligned with the Shire’s HEART values: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
•    Proven experience in records management, ideally within Local Government experience, to ensure rapid integration into our systems and procedures.
•    Strong computer literacy and experience with EDRMS or cloud-based information systems.
•    High attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
•    A process-driven mindset, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
•    A strong customer service focus, with an approachable manner and the ability to provide clear and practical advice to staff.

With your application, please include a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and how your skills align with the requirements of this role.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss. 

For all position related requirements please refer to Position Description - Records Officer PDF (314KB).
If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/council/work-with-us.aspx to access the position description.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Deborah Wilkes, Records Coordinator or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.   

Applications Close:

9.00am on Monday 27 October 2025.

The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.