Careers / Employment Opportunities
Chief Executive Officer
Lead Yilgarn’s Future – Connect, Inspire and Make a Lasting Difference
The Shire of Yilgarn is seeking a Chief Executive Officer who is a strong leader and trusted community connector, able to engage effectively with Council, staff, and stakeholders, and who brings a clear understanding of the opportunities and challenges unique to regional local government.
Located in the historic town of Southern Cross, the Shire of Yilgarn is a proud and resilient community shaped by its strong agricultural and mining industries and rich sense of heritage. Southern Cross offers a welcoming and inclusive lifestyle, with essential services including a District High School, hospital, early learning centre, excellent sporting facilities, and active community groups.
The Shire of Yilgarn is seeking a capable and progressive Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation, support Council in delivering effective governance, and drive the implementation of strategic objectives. The role requires strong legislative knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to provide well-informed advice to Council. You will oversee the Shire’s administration, strengthen corporate and financial management, guide major projects, and foster a high-performance culture. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential to build effective relationships with Councillors, staff, the community, ensuring the Shire delivers quality services.
Employment will be offered on a performance-based contract for a term of three to five years, with a total remuneration package to be negotiated between $182,109 and $300,370, in accordance with SAT Band 3. The package will reflect the candidate’s qualifications and experience and will include a base salary, superannuation, allowances, private use of a motor vehicle, and newly constructed executive residence. Eligibility for a Regional/Isolation Allowance may also apply, and eligible relocation expenses will be considered as part of the overall package.
Applicants must address the selection criteria contained in the information package, available by clicking here: CEO Application Package or by emailing darren@150square.com.au. For further information, please contact Darren Mollenoyux darren@150square.com.au or 0473 804 585. Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify applicants.
Applications will be accepted until 4.00pm, 23rd January 2026, and should be marked “Confidential – Shire of Yilgarn CEO Position” emailed to darren@150square.com.au.
Cr Bryan Close
Shire President
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
PLANT MECHANIC
The Shire of Yilgarn currently is seeking applications from suitable qualified persons for the position of Plant Mechanic. The successful applicant will be responsible for repairs and maintenance to Council’s fleet of well-maintained and near new road construction plant, light vehicles and numerous small plant items.
The applicant must be:
• Self-motivated
• Have a strong work ethic
• Work well in a team
• WA “HR” manual drivers' licence
• Physically able to undertake manual work including bending, lifting and handling various types of tools and equipment
• Physically fit
What we offer:
• ***heavily subsidized housing/housing allowance ***
• up to 19.5% superannuation contribution
• 9-day fortnight, one rostered day off per fortnight
• consistent overtime available, current average work day of 9.5 hours (including overtime)
• Annual wage up to $108,200 (including average overtime hours)
• adverse working conditions allowance
• uniform allowance
• relocation expenses in accordance with Shire Policy
Interested candidates are requested to obtain an application pack from:
• administration office at 23 Antares Street, Southern Cross, or
• telephone Payroll/HR 08 9049 1001, or
• payroll@yilgarn.wa.gov.au , or
• downloaded below:
Application Pack - Plant Mechanic
Applications should be marked “Confidential Application – Plant Mechanic”.
Nic Warren
Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Yilgarn
PO Box 86
SOUTHERN CROSS WA 6426
PLEASE NOTE: Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks, and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. This position is subject to a Pre-Employment Medical and a National Police Clearance.