Front End Web Developer

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed 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.

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.   

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.

You 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 recently refurbished Belmont Office, with a maximum of 2 days a week working from home available, if desired. Some flexibility in start and finish times are available to suit your personal situation.  

Working in the Customer Experience Team, you will help teams understand their customers' needs to ensure a safer and better WA, and ensure every experience is easy. The outcome of this is to deliver seamless, simple and guided experiences through understanding the needs of every individual. 

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.
• 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. 
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript and related web development frameworks.
• 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.
• Full stack development experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of systems, tools and process within the ambit of this position. 

What’s in it for you? 

You will be based in a recently renovated office working alongside a team who is passionate about understanding their customers' needs to ensure a safer and better WA.

You'll have the opportunity to work on a range of exciting projects impacting the community you live in and: 

• Salary packaging options (reducing the amount of tax you pay) up to $18,500 per annum
• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• 2 additional leave days
• Corporate Uniform
• Free emergency ambulance cover and first aid training 
• 2 working from home days a week, and some flexibility with start and finish times 

To apply please select "Apply Now" and include a CV and cover letter that addresses the key requirements of the role. 

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Katherine Park via email at Katherine.park@stjohnwa.com.au 

Applications close on Tuesday the 2nd of April 2025 at 6pm. 

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. 

Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position. 

St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John 

Please note that applications received by email will not be accepted.