• Full Time Permanent
• Level 4 - $85,560.80 per year
• Matched super contributions up to 5%
• Discounted South West Sports Centre membership & more great staff benefits!

Make a real impact in your community.
The Economic Development Officer plays a vital role in helping shape a thriving, forward-looking local economy. In this role, you'll support the Economic Development Team to deliver innovative initiatives, programs and projects designed to attract, retain and grow businesses across our community. You'll be at the heart of building prosperity—providing essential administrative and operational support, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, promoting new opportunities, and gathering insights that help drive positive economic outcomes for our city.

About the Role

In this dynamic position, you will:

• Assist in delivering initiatives and activities from the Economic Development Strategy and Action Plans.
• Engage with residents, businesses, and community organisations to promote economic development initiatives and gather meaningful feedback.
• Help plan and coordinate economic development activities, including business workshops, networking events, and promotional opportunities.
• Conduct research on economic trends, industry sectors, and emerging business opportunities within the local area.
• Support business growth and investment attraction through stakeholder engagement, project support, and contributing to marketing and strategic planning activities.

About You

We're seeking someone who is:

• An excellent communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic and analytical, with the ability to translate data into meaningful recommendations.
• Innovative and enthusiastic about fostering a resilient local economy.
• Able to manage multiple projects and build strong community relationships.
• Experienced in economic development, business administration, policy, planning, or a related field (local government experience highly regarded).

Why Join Us?

• Work with a supportive team passionate about community outcomes.
• Flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities.
• Play a key role in shaping the future prosperity of your local community.

How to Apply

Submit your application including a cover letter, CV, and responses to the selection criteria on the application form via the City of Bunbury Careers Page: City of Bunbury Careers Website.

Please note: To be considered, all applications must be submitted via the City of Bunbury Careers Website.

For further information please refer to our How to Apply section on the website or call 08 9792 7000.

Applications Close: 14 January 2026 @ 5.00pm AWST

We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQ, and culturally diverse communities to join the City of Bunbury.

The City of Bunbury is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection, or assessment process, please contact us at info@bunbury.wa.gov.au or call 08 9792 7000 to discuss your needs.