We are passionate and caring people from diverse backgrounds who are committed to making a difference. Join us as we operate across the human services sector to create affordable housing opportunities for people who would otherwise have difficulty accessing appropriate housing.
Are you looking to join the Department of Communities in a key front-line position located in the South Metropolitan Region? Then you’ve come to the right place!
What is the Talent Register?
The Housing Service Delivery Frontline Talent Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for full time and part time opportunities that are:
The register is actively monitored by managers to match applicants to available opportunities. You only need to register your interest once, and your application will remain on our jobs register for current and future opportunities.
The benefit of applying through one of our talent registers is that you can be appointed directly via a streamlined process as opportunities become available.
About the roles
Join us in a position where you are guaranteed to make a difference to the life of some of the most vulnerable people in our community! Some of these roles you may be considered for as part of the Talent Register include:
Customer Service Officer - Level 2 - $70,432 - $75,516 per annum
Works as part of a Team to deliver a first class customer service which aims to ensure that all eligible Western Australians have access to affordable and secure housing.
For an overview of the Day of a Life of a Customer Service Officer, please click here!
Housing Services Officer - Level 3 - $79,156 - $84,977 per annum
Is responsibility for the management and monitoring a designated number of Service Delivery tenancies to ensure Tenants are supported, payment of rent is sustained, and properties are cared for and maintained.
For an overview of the Day of a Life of a Housing Services Officer, please click here!
Property Services Officer - Level 3 - $79,156 - $84,977 per annum
Is responsible for managing, controlling and monitoring the property maintenance functions for a designated number of properties within the Housing Management Services area as part of a Team, ensuring compliance, accountability and quality control is maintained.
For an overview of the Day of a Life of a Property Services Officer, please click here!
What we offer you
We offer a safe and healthy working environment, a range of benefits, including attractive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
I’m ready! How do I apply?
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
You will be asked to select your preferred positions and locations as part of the online application process. Visit our Careers website for tips on how to apply.
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact the HR Recruitment team via email HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767
Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.
Eligibility Requirements
You must be an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate Australian work visa to apply for a role through the register. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for duration of the offer of employment. Migration information for international applicants can be found on the Migration WA website.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact the HR Recruitment team. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.