Web Developer

The Brotherhood of St Laurence is seeking a passionate Web Developer to join our dedicated team in Strategy and Impact.

Location: Fitzroy

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time working 38 hours per week

Salary: $100,544.29 to $105,096.07 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 11.5% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

The Web Developer is responsible for the development, maintenance, and optimisation of BSL’s digital platforms. 

• Maintain and undertake front-end and back-end web development across BSL’s websites using a variety of tools (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, CMS platforms like WordPress, Typo3, Craft, Magento and Drupal)
• Develop and deploy clean code that follows best practices
• Test both new and existing functionality and correct potential errors that may arise across BSL’s websites
• Review BSL’s websites to deliver improved information architecture, functionality and content strategy
• Implement and maintain reporting using web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tag Manager), across all digital platforms to ensure accurate measurement of user engagement, campaign performance, and conversion goals
• Develop and manage Power BI dashboards that visualise key website and digital campaign metrics, enabling stakeholders to monitor performance and make data-informed decisions.

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society – a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in web development, computer science, programming, and/ or information technology or equivalent experience 
• Demonstrated experience in contributing to the development and maintenance of websites
• Proven experience in front-end and back-end web development (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, CMS platforms like WordPress, Magento or Drupal)
• Proficient understanding of version control tools (GitHub/Bitbucket); including best practices in managing repositories
• Ability to write clean and reusable code, including following best coding practices

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
• A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. 

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Clinton Hatfield at clinton.hatfield@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: Friday, 27 June 2025 at 11:55pm

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.

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