About WALGA

WALGA is the peak body for all 139 Local Governments in WA. We are a member-based, not-for-profit organisation and our purpose is to support WA Local Governments to deliver better outcomes for their communities.

We deliver expertise and support through policy development, issues management, training and advice on issues important to Local Government.

Our Values

This vision is realised through focus on the following core values:

Respect: We treat everyone with honesty, integrity and respect
Excellence: We are a professional organisation delivering positive impact for members and community
Accountable: We take responsibility and work openly and transparently to earn the trust of stakeholders
Collaborative: We leverage strong relationships and partnerships
Innovative: We constantly strive to improve, innovate and adapt


Benefits of working at WALGA

WALGA cares about its employees and provides some fantastic benefits to ensure that professional growth and a work/life balance is achieved, this includes:
  • 30 days annual leave for full time employees
  • WALGA anniversary leave (an additional one day leave to be taken on the anniversary of commencement of employment)
  • Up to four weeks purchased leave
  • We have a modern, open place office based in West Leederville
  • We are within walking distance to numerous train stations and also have paid parking options. Plenty of bike paths to get here and we have great end of trip facilities 
  • Great Flexible Working Arrangements Policy
  • Wellbeing program Thrive@WALGA with a range of initiatives throughout the year
  • An active opt-in Social Club
  • Commitment to employee development.
Thank you for your interest in a position at WALGA.
Browse our range of advertised vacancies that are currently open at WALGA.
View our guide on how to apply for a role at WALGA, from drafting a Cover Letter to submitting your application.
WALGA makes every effort to ensure that the right individual is chosen for the advertised vacancy. As such we employ a range of methods to assist with the selection process.