City of Greater Geraldton

Coordinator Governance & Risk

Coordinator Governance & Risk (Ref: 1097)

About the position:

An exciting full time permanent opportunity presents for a motivated and enthusiastic professional to join our team as Coordinator Governance & Risk. In this varied role, you will lead a small but busy team in ensuring the effective coordination of governance, risk management, and statutory processes within the Corporate Compliance branch.

Key accountabilities:

• Coordinate and report on the City’s compliance systems which include, the compliance management plan, compliance calendar, risk management framework and insurance portfolios.

• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations under key legislation.

• Act as the City’s Freedom of information (FOI) Coordinator and Public Interest Disclosure Officer.

• Manage Audit Committee agenda, minutes and reports.

For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment.

To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Larisa Maldea, Manager Corporate Compliance on (08) 9956 6644.

Position requirements:

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in governance, risk or statutory services in government agencies and ideally will possess a Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies or Risk Management and relevant experience, or lesser qualification with significant experience.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary starting from $117,477 per annum or $59.4518 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)

• 27 Annual Leave days per annum

• Health & Wellbeing Program

• Flexible working arrangements

• Career opportunities

• Study Assistance

• Centrally located

• Free parking

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

Visit the City’s website: Employment - City of Greater Geraldton jobs to apply for this position.

To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following:

1. A current resume

2. A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims:

i. Demonstrated experience in providing advice in the areas of corporate compliance, risk or governance services in government agencies

ii. Sound knowledge of the interpretation and application of various pieces of legislation and policies including the Local Government Act 1995, Freedom of Information Act 1992 and Public Interest Disclosure Act 2003

iii. High level of interpersonal, communication, problem solving, and judgment skills with the ability to incorporate multiple views and interests into an agreed recommendation

iv. Ability to communicate and lead a small team and having a high level of personal integrity, confidentiality, discretion and ethical standards

v. Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies or Risk Management and relevant experience or lesser qualification with significant experience

Applications close 4pm Thursday 30 April 2026.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER