This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible

John Tonkin College, stands as a pillar of public education in the heart of Mandurah, fostering a nurturing learning environment that inspires students to strive for excellence. Named after John Tonkin, one of Australia's longest-serving politicians, our college embodies his values of fair play, hard work, tolerance, and quality education.

Our mission, 'We Believe, We Empower, We Succeed,' underscores our commitment to excellence in teaching. We challenge and support our staff and students to reach their potential, guided by our core values of Respect, Excellence, and Commitment.

The Department of Education Approved Specialist Surf Science Program is offered at John Tonkin College. This program engages students in marine environment studies and outdoors pursuits and is suited to students who have a strong academic work ethic.

Find out more about our school by visiting johntonkincollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

In this leadership role, the successful applicant will oversee the effective management of the College’s administrative, financial and operational functions, providing strategic advice and support to the Principal and Executive Management Team. The role will manage student administration and information, financial resources, budgets and reporting, ensuring business operations are aligned with legislation, Department policy and the College’s strategic objectives.

The successful applicant will lead the delivery of quality human resource services, supporting workforce planning, recruitment, induction, leave management, performance management and staff development, while contributing to a positive organisational culture. The role will also oversee the effective management of College facilities, assets, Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems and resources, ideally ensuring appropriate processes are in place to support a safe, efficient and well-managed environment.

The successful applicant would need to possess strong leadership capabilities, to lead corporate functions of the college across two main campuses and a third offsite facility, which is a highly complex task. Please see the college website for more information about each campus/facility and note that the MET Campus, co-located with South Metro TAFE and Murdoch University has a MoU currently under review.

Building strong relationships will ideally be central to the role, with the successful applicant developing effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and representing the Executive Management Team on College-based committees. The role will also manage communications, promotions and marketing activities, supporting the College’s profile and promoting its initiatives, programs, staff and student achievements.

The successful applicant will contribute to the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans, identify opportunities to improve service delivery and ensure effective systems, procedures and controls are maintained across the College. With a strong focus on customer service and continuous improvement, the role would provide informed advice, manage competing priorities and support the College to achieve its strategic objectives.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kim Savins, Principal, on (08) 9583 0400 or emailing kim.savins@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A four (4) page statement addressing selection criteria one, three, six and seven as outlined in the attached JDF
  • 1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in financial management and budget preparation and an understanding of the financial regulatory framework, including the Australian Accounting Standards, the Financial Management Act, tax legislatures and other relevant legislation.
  • 3. Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in managing corporate service functions in a large and complex organisation.
  • 6. Demonstrated working knowledge of facilities management, repair and replacement.
  • 7. Demonstrated highly developed human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and apply human resource management practices and systems.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1061424

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 14 September 2026