WA Local Government Association

Road Safety Advisor

Road Safety Advisor 

(Servicing the Gascoyne and Mid-West regions of WA)

Total Package $107,352.16 per annum (inclusive of superannuation)

• Sector leading 6 weeks' annual leave per annum

• Work with a purpose driven, diverse workplace.

• Use the principles of health promotion to assist Local Governments to plan, deliver and communicate a holistic approach to road safety

Do you want to play a vital role in enhancing road safety outcomes for regional communities in Western Australia?

If you are ready for a career that makes a meaningful impact, consider joining WALGA and support RoadWise Councils in implementing national and state road safety objectives.

We're seeking someone with an understanding of regional communities who has excellent interpersonal and written communication skills to build productive relationships.

What will a typical week look like?

While there is not a typical week in road safety, you will have the opportunity to engage and work with RoadWise Councils to help them build capacity for the planning and delivery of effective road safety policies, programs and promotions that contribute to global, national and state road safety objectives to reduce and prevent death and serious injury.

As a Road Safety Advisor, building and maintaining relationships with RoadWise Councils is crucial. You will leverage your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect with and provide direct assistance and support to these councils.

Additionally, you will utilise your research and analytical skills to source evidence-based information, aiding Local Governments in developing holistic road safety approaches.

By promoting and showcasing the activities of RoadWise Councils, you will share knowledge and insights across the Local Government sector, inspiring and motivating best practice and innovation.

This position involves travel within WA and will require a class ‘C’ Western Australian driver's license and car provided.

What is RoadWise?

WALGA's RoadWise program is funded by the Western Australian Government to engage and support Local Governments to contribute to national and state road safety objectives.

RoadWise engages RoadWise Councils in strategic and sustainable initiatives towards embedding systems-based approaches to road safety. This happens through activities designed to build the capacity and capability of Local Governments by:

• Providing direct assistance and support to RoadWise Councils,

• Sharing information and facilitating the transfer of knowledge,

• Inspiring and motiving best practice, and

• Developing sector policy and advocating on behalf of Local Governments and their communities.

Why you’ll love working at WALGA

At the heart of our organisation is our people. Most of our employees work at head office, based in West Leederville and we also have some very important regional employees.

We pride ourselves on offering a safe and inclusive culture with fantastic workplace benefits and entitlements, including setting budget aside for professional development. What we are most proud of is getting the chance to work on niche and interesting projects, with some incredibly talented people, on issues that matter.

WALGA's HQ in West Leederville is centrally located within easy reach of public transport, bike paths and paid parking options. Our Thrive wellbeing program means you’ll get to enjoy regular activities and initiatives or if you work remotely, log-in and join the rest of the team (in fact we could be at an online art class or a healthy mind seminar whilst you’re reading this.)

We also have an active social club to cater for all interests, and if that doesn’t give you enough of a feel for our vibe, we can offer you book club, trivia nights and a pet wall where we proudly show off our fur babies. We are also committed to being a menopause friendly employer.

So, when we say we look after our people and each other, we mean it.

Who are we?

The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) is an independent, member-based, not-for-profit organisation representing and supporting the WA Local Government sector.

Our membership includes all 139 Local Governments in the State. WALGA uses its influence, support, and expertise to deliver better outcomes for WA Local Governments and their communities. We do this through effective advocacy to all levels of Government on behalf of our members, and by the provision of expert advice, services, and support to Local Governments.

WALGA’s vision is for agile and inclusive Local Governments enhancing community wellbeing and enabling economic prosperity.

To find out more about us, please visit www.walga.asn.au

Apply now

Roles like this don’t come along often, so if this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we encourage you to apply and tell us all about yourself in your cover letter.

WALGA encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Applications will close Monday, 2 December 2024

To view the position description and apply, please visit our careers page or for further information please email careers@walga.asn.au or contact our Manager Road Safety, Terri-Anne Pettet on (08) 9213 2011

We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.

This role is being sourced directly by WALGA. We respectfully request no agencies approach.