Esperance Home Care - Administration Assistant

The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western Australia’s south east coast comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in WA.  The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region.  Employees enjoy generous benefits including health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire’s values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with the Esperance Home Care for an Administration Assistant. Providing administrative support to the Care Partners for the Esperance Home Care Package Care program and other Home Care initiatives and programs.

 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Liaise with Care Partners, Clients and external providers in relation to Allied Health referrals, OT assessments and equipment purchasing.
• Creating Purchase Requests for clients, based on referrals from Allied Health within guidelines set by funding body.
• Maintaining equipment purchasing register and servicing requirements.

This is a permanent part time position, working 30 hours per week.  

About you 

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

• Relevant experience and/or qualifications in aged care.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including letter writing and report writing skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident (sorry, no working holiday or temporary visas).
• Unrestricted Drivers Licence
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and able to obtain a Police Clearance 

Benefits

Hourly Rate: $35.77

Permanent staff are entitled to:

• 5 weeks annual leave per year 
• Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
• Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
• Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
• Access to career development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close on Sunday 22 February 2026 at 6.00pm
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and statements addressing the Selection Criteria.
Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 9071 0645.

Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is subject to change without notice. 

The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer