Senior Records Officer $91,344 - $96,425 Superannuation Local Government | Full-time About us: The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, enabling the community to live, work and play in healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable ways. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state-of-the-art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks, and includes Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals within its boundaries. The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, easy access to public transport, great end-of-trip facilities, purchased leave, a co-contribution to superannuation, and other great employee benefits. An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Records Officer to oversee records management operations and ensure compliant, high‑quality recordkeeping across the organisation. Reporting to the Coordinator Records, this role is responsible for overseeing day to day records functions, administering the electronic document and records management system (eDRMS), coordinating Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, and leading a small team to support effective service delivery and good governance. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily records management activities including registration, classification, retrieval and disposal of records. Administer and maintain the eDRMS, ensuring accuracy, accessibility and legislative compliance. Conduct quality assurance checks and audits and promote best practice recordkeeping. Provide organisation wide advice, support and training on records management and eDRMS use. Process Freedom of Information requests in accordance with the FOI Act 1992. Lead, allocate and monitor team workloads and foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders. Contribute to policy, procedure and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You are a confident and proactive systems‑focused professional with strong records management experience. You enjoy researching and problem‑solving, have a sound understanding of legislation and best practice, and are comfortable working across systems to ensure accurate and compliant information management. You will bring experience developing and delivering records and information training sessions and can confidently engage with staff at all levels to promote good recordkeeping practices. Proven experience leading or supervising staff. Sound knowledge of records management principles and relevant legislation, including the State Records Act 2000 and FOI Act 1992. Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities. Confident communicator with good interpersonal and customer service skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and digital systems. Qualifications Certificate IV in Business (Records and Information Management), Diploma of Recordkeeping, or equivalent experience. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a local government organisation committed to good governance, integrity and service excellence. You will play a key role in supporting compliance, transparency and effective service delivery, within a supportive environment that values collaboration, innovation and professional development. How to apply: By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont’s employment page, where you can access the position description. Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire, then submit your application. Applications close: 5:00 pm, Monday, 15 June 2026. Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early; early applications are encouraged. The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance. For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au. Further assistance with your application is available on 08 9477 7.
