Employment
ARCHDIOCESE OF PERTH VACANCIES
Thank you for your interest in joining the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth, where our mission is to give expression to a Christ-centred faithful, vibrant, welcoming, inclusive and mission-oriented Church, one which will enrich our own lives and the lives of all whom we encounter and seek to serve.
We see ourselves, and conduct ourselves, as people called to walk together in the footsteps of the Good Shepherd. We commit ourselves wholeheartedly to the good of all, to stand in solidarity with our one human family. Decisions within the Archdiocese are made through the active participation of the people closest and most affected by the issues to be discerned. The dignity of every person is at the foundation of our vision. We seek to actively enhance the life and dignity of each person. We are accountable for our decisions and actions with respect to the use of the resources which have been entrusted to us. We collectively commit ourselves to improving the rights and wellbeing of disadvantaged and dispossessed people in our society through relationships across communities.
Advisor, Communications (Office of Communications)
Permanent, Full-Time
The Office of Communications is a close-knit and high-performing team that works collaboratively on executing various communication deliverables for the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth. The Advisor, Communications will have a pivotal role in supporting the Manager, Communications, in communicating the message of the Archbishop and the Archdiocese of Perth.
The role is primarily responsible for providing advice and direct support to stakeholders across parishes, agencies, offices and organisations of the Archdiocese of Perth on best practice methods with regards to implementing communications strategies and campaigns, in addition to the development of content across archdiocesan websites and platforms utilised by internal and external audiences.
About the role - a snapshot:
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Be part of a small, high-performing team committed to supporting the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth to continue its work and service
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Based at central location in Victoria Square, Perth
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Closure period of 3.5 working days over Christmas (not counted as annual leave)
The successful candidate must have a willingness and capacity to support the Catholic ethos. Ideally, they will be a proactive and self-assured individual who can take initiative – someone ready to roll up their sleeves and effectively contribute to organisational goals.
They will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism
- Minimum five years’ experience in a similar role
- Ability to understand the role and structures of the Catholic Church in contemporary Australian society, including its social teaching
- Advanced proficiency in the Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite
- Intermediate skills in social media and newsletter systems like Mailchimp
- Experience using a DSLR camera for both photography and videography
- Experience in developing engaging graphic, written, photographic and video content
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Strong emotional intelligence and ability to work with individuals at varying levels of understanding and experience
- Self-assured and proactive, with the confidence to provide expert advice
- Positive can-do attitude and service mindset
- Personal commitment to witnessing and promoting the ethos and values of the Catholic Church
- Valid Western Australian ‘C’ Driver’s Licence
- Ability to travel both intra and interstate on occasion
The successful candidate must provide a valid National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, WA Driver’s Licence, and proof of Right to Work in Australia. A medical check may be required.
To apply or for more information:
This vacancy is being managed by our recruitment partner, marvin Consulting.
Submit your current resume and a cover letter on SEEK at https://www.seek.com.au/job/86387706 by no later than Wednesday, 10 September 2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as shortlisting and interviews may begin before the closing date.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is committed to the Safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
Advisor, Communications (Office of Communications)
Permanent, Full-Time
The Office of Communications is a close-knit and high-performing team that works collaboratively on executing various communication deliverables for the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth. The Advisor, Communications will have a pivotal role in supporting the Manager, Communications, in communicating the message of the Archbishop and the Archdiocese of Perth.
The role is primarily responsible for providing advice and direct support to stakeholders across parishes, agencies, offices and organisations of the Archdiocese of Perth on best practice methods with regards to implementing communications strategies and campaigns, in addition to the development of content across archdiocesan websites and platforms utilised by internal and external audiences.
About the role - a snapshot:
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Be part of a small, high-performing team committed to supporting the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth to continue its work and service |
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Based at central location in Victoria Square, Perth |
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3 |
Closure period of 3.5 working days over Christmas (not counted as annual leave) |
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The successful candidate must have a willingness and capacity to support the Catholic ethos. Ideally, they will be a proactive and self-assured individual who can take initiative – someone ready to roll up their sleeves and effectively contribute to organisational goals. They will have:
The successful candidate must provide a valid National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, WA Driver’s Licence, and proof of Right to Work in Australia. A medical check may be required. |
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To apply or for more information:
This vacancy is being managed by our recruitment partner, marvin Consulting.
Submit your current resume and a cover letter on SEEK at https://www.seek.com.au/job/86387706 by no later than Wednesday, 10 September 2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as shortlisting and interviews may begin before the closing date.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is committed to the Safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
Permanent, Full-Time
The Advisor, Workplace Safety (“safety”) provides safety knowledge, advice, and support in order to ensure safe work practices compliant to all applicable, regulatory requirements and best practices. This role involves all aspects of safety risk management, emergency planning and safety incident management. You will collaborate with the key contacts to improve safety initiatives and promote safety standards and its application in the workplace.
This work spans across various locations and may require travel 1-2 days per week to agencies, offices, organisations and parishes within the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth. Some evening and weekend work may be required, particularly in emergencies or for special events.
About the role - a snapshot:
1
Be part of a team committed to supporting the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth and Catholic Parishes to continue its work and service
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Based at central location in Adelaide Terrace, Perth
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Closure period of 3.5 working days over Christmas (not counted as annnual leave)
The successful candidate must have a willingness and capacity to support the Catholic ethos. They will have:
• Diploma or Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety
• Knowledge of the current Work Health & Safety Act 2020 and regulations
• Experience in collation of Work Health & Safety data collection and reporting, conducting workplace inspections and liaising with WorkSafe
• Demonstrated ability to keep up to date on new and upcoming State legislation pertaining to Work Health and Safety laws
• High conceptual skills, ability to write papers at an executive level and able to engage a large group of stakeholders at different levels
• Ability and capacity to travel throughout the Archdiocese boundaries
• Valid Western Australian ‘C’ Driver’s licence
A valid National Police Clearance, WA Driver’s Licence, proof of Right to Work in Australia required.
To apply or for more information:
This vacancy is being managed by our recruitment partner, marvin Consulting.
Contact Saarrah Mathinthiran, General Manager (marvin Consulting Group) for more information at saarrah@marvinhr.com.
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible for consideration.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is committed to the Safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
Permanent, Full-Time
The Advisor, Workplace Safety (“safety”) provides safety knowledge, advice, and support in order to ensure safe work practices compliant to all applicable, regulatory requirements and best practices. This role involves all aspects of safety risk management, emergency planning and safety incident management. You will collaborate with the key contacts to improve safety initiatives and promote safety standards and its application in the workplace.
This work spans across various locations and may require travel 1-2 days per week to agencies, offices, organisations and parishes within the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth. Some evening and weekend work may be required, particularly in emergencies or for special events.
About the role - a snapshot:
|
1 |
Be part of a team committed to supporting the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth and Catholic Parishes to continue its work and service |
|
2 |
Based at central location in Adelaide Terrace, Perth |
|
3 |
Closure period of 3.5 working days over Christmas (not counted as annnual leave) |
|
The successful candidate must have a willingness and capacity to support the Catholic ethos. They will have: • Diploma or Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety |
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To apply or for more information:
This vacancy is being managed by our recruitment partner, marvin Consulting.
Contact Saarrah Mathinthiran, General Manager (marvin Consulting Group) for more information at saarrah@marvinhr.com.
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible for consideration.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is committed to the Safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
CASUAL ADMIN ASSISTANT
Expression of Interest – Admin Assistant
The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is seeking a dedicated and highly organized Administrative Assistant to provide professional administrative support across Griver House, Newman Sienna Centre, Catholic Pastoral Centre, and other locations as required.
This role is integral to ensuring the smooth operation of administrative functions, including managing and responding to incoming queries via email and phone, assisting visitors on-site, and providing general administrative support as needed. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment.
To express your interest, please submit your CV and Cover Letter to recruitment@perthcatholic.org.au.
CASUAL ADMIN ASSISTANT
Expression of Interest – Admin Assistant
The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is seeking a dedicated and highly organized Administrative Assistant to provide professional administrative support across Griver House, Newman Sienna Centre, Catholic Pastoral Centre, and other locations as required.
This role is integral to ensuring the smooth operation of administrative functions, including managing and responding to incoming queries via email and phone, assisting visitors on-site, and providing general administrative support as needed. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment.
To express your interest, please submit your CV and Cover Letter to recruitment@perthcatholic.org.au.
ST CHARLES SEMINARY - COOK
St Charles Seminary is looking to hire a Casual Cook. The Seminary Cook oversees all meal-related operations for seminarians, faculty, and staff. This includes planning and preparing nutritious meals, managing kitchen activities, ensuring food & hygiene safety, and fostering a warm, communal dining environment. The ideal candidate should bring strong culinary expertise, experience in group cooking and kitchen management, and a genuine passion for food service in educational or community settings. To apply please send your Cover Letter and a copy of your CV to Parish Support: parishsupport@perthcatholic.org.au
ST CHARLES SEMINARY - COOK
St Charles Seminary is looking to hire a Casual Cook. The Seminary Cook oversees all meal-related operations for seminarians, faculty, and staff. This includes planning and preparing nutritious meals, managing kitchen activities, ensuring food & hygiene safety, and fostering a warm, communal dining environment. The ideal candidate should bring strong culinary expertise, experience in group cooking and kitchen management, and a genuine passion for food service in educational or community settings. To apply please send your Cover Letter and a copy of your CV to Parish Support: parishsupport@perthcatholic.org.au