Description:
Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?
For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.
As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.
St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.
Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:
- 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,
- 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,
- 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.
A job to be proud of:
As a Front-End Web Developer , you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the user interfaces of St John WA’s digital platforms. This role focuses on creating seamless, user-friendly web experiences that enhance customer interaction and satisfaction. The Front-End Web Developer will work closely with the UX/UI Specialist and other team members to ensure the visual and functional aspects of web applications meet organisational standards and customer expectations.
This position is a permanent full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, based in our Belmont Office.
What you’ll do:
- Create and maintain front-end interfaces that enhance the customer experience across multiple platforms, ensuring cross-browser and cross-advice compatibility.
- Manage and complete front-end development tasks within set deadlines, contributing to team efficiency and meeting organisational project goals.
- Apply industry-standard coding practices to optimise the speed, scalability, and security of web applications that directly impact the performance and accessibility of St John WA’s digital platforms.
- Work closely with UX/UI and IT teams to integrate design and development processes, ensuring seamless user experiences and supporting organisational objectives.
- Perform frequent usability testing and performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement and ensure web applications meet user expectations and performance benchmarks.
- Provide technical support in translating customer feedback and journey mapping into actionable web development tasks, ensuring continuous improvement of the user experience across all touchpoints.
- Conduct regular user testing on web interfaces and provide data-driven recommendations to improve user engagement and satisfaction.
- Ensure all web interfaces comply with relevant accessibility standards, such as WCAG, to provide inclusive user experiences for diverse customer groups.
What you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Web Development, or a related field.
- Professional certification in web development (preferred).
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related web development technologies.
- Strong understanding of responsive design principles and best practices.
- Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
- Knowledge of systems, tools and process within the ambit of this position.
What’s in it for you?
The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:
- $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
- 17.5% leave loading
- Competitive remuneration package
- Salary packaging options up to $18,500 per annum
- Free emergency ambulance cover
- Free first aid training
Are you ready to change lives?
To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now".
Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Careers on (08) 6235 8850 or via email at Lena.Lee@stjohnwa.com.au
Applications close on Monday 27 January 2025 at 6pm.
Please note that applications received by email will not be accepted.
St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.