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Web Developer (WordPress)

Our client is a premier growth marketing consultancy that embeds fractional marketing executives directly into technical B2B and SME businesses. They engineer scalable lead generation, elevate brand positioning, and drive high-impact marketing strategies from the inside out.

They are now seeking to hire a Web Developer (WordPress) to support their marketing team with day-to-day website, email, and technical maintenance requests. The purpose of this role is to handle routine web edits, troubleshooting, and template fixes to ensure client websites run smoothly and efficiently.

Job Responsibilities

Website Maintenance & Updates

  • Handle basic page updates, content population, and layout adjustments across WordPress sites
  • Troubleshoot common website, layout, form, and plugin problems
  • Test all changes across various devices and browsers to confirm proper functionality before handing work back
  • Follow established processes strictly and flag any instructions that are unclear
  • Escalate issues that fall outside the defined scope to senior team members

Email & Technical Support

  • Assist marketing coordinators with day-to-day email and technical tasks
  • Fix email template issues and adjust formatting as required
  • Respond promptly to technical enquiries and turn around small requests efficiently

Problem Solving & AI Utilization

  • Use AI tools safely to research solutions, learn underlying concepts, and debug code
  • Write clear, detailed prompts to explain technical issues, code snippets, and attempted fixes
  • Verify all AI-generated suggestions and code before applying them to live environments

Requirements

  • High level of written English communication skills
  • Proven hands-on experience navigating and updating WordPress pages, content, and settings
  • Working knowledge of basic HTML and CSS to fix layouts, edit email templates, and adjust page content
  • Strong attention to detail with a habit of checking work thoroughly before submitting
  • Excellent critical thinking skills to identify potential issues before making changes
  • Ability to follow written processes strictly and ask for clarification when needed
  • Practical experience using AI tools effectively to troubleshoot code and solve technical problems

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Exposure to PHP or JavaScript
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting WordPress forms and plugins
  • Familiarity with email template quirks across different email clients

Benefits

  • Permanent WFH Set-Up
  • Dayshift (Australian Eastern Standard Time business hours)
  • Full-Time Job
  • HMO (STAFF only)
  • Annual Leave
  • Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 month's wage (pro-rate)

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Headline, Phone, Address, Summary, Resume, Cover letter

  • We’re seeking someone who can dedicate themselves fully to the role. Please apply only if you are not currently employed in another full-time position or can transition out of it before starting. Can you confirm that you’ll be available to start this role without any conflicting commitments, including part-time, full-time, or freelance work? yes / no
  • If you are shortlisted, we would like to contact you on Google Chat or MS Teams. Please provide your email ID ("MS Teams - sample@email.com")
  • Please provide a link to your LinkedIn profile account.
  • If you are hired by us, you will be classified as an independent contractor, meaning we won't be covering any government-mandated benefits. Would you be comfortable with this arrangement? yes / no
  • Please upload a 1-2 minute VIDEO recording summarising your work experiences. You can use any platform you prefer. Once recorded, upload your video to your preferred drive and share the link here. Ensure the link is accessible to anyone with the link. Record in your working area, ensure a quiet environment and maintain a professional appearance. Note that this is MANDATORY, and we cannot proceed with your application without it.
  • Please provide the link to your sample works/portfolio.
  • Do you have experience working in a digital marketing or consultancy environment? yes / no
  • Do you have intermediate or higher experience with WordPress administration? yes / no
  • Do you have experience editing page content and media inside WordPress? yes / no
  • Do you have experience troubleshooting basic layout and plugin issues? yes / no
  • Do you have experience testing website updates across multiple devices and browsers? yes / no
  • Do you have basic experience working with HTML and CSS? yes / no
  • Do you have experience fixing HTML and CSS code within email templates? yes / no
  • Do you have experience with PHP or JavaScript? yes / no
  • Do you have experience using AI tools to assist with technical problem solving and debugging? yes / no
  • What other tools and platforms are you proficient with? Please specify.
  • In 100 words, please tell us about those experiences you had that is related to this role. written answer
  • Do you currently have any full-time, part-time, or side commitments? If yes, how much notice do you need to render, and how soon would you be able to start and fully commit to this role?
  • What motivates you to seek a new opportunity and move on from your current/previous role? written answer
  • Will you require maternity/paternity leave within the next 12 months? If not, then do you have any prior planned leaves? Please specify.
  • Please attach a screenshot of your PC/Laptop specs. upload
  • How many monitor/s do you have available? choose one
  • What is your current internet service provider, and what alternative or back-up internet connection do you have in place?
  • Please upload a screenshot of your internet speed test result using this link: https://fiber.google.com/speedtest/. STEPS: (1) Use Google Chrome browser (2) go to https://fiber.google.com/speedtest/ (3) Change the server to any Melbourne/Sydney provider (4) run the speed test (5) take a screenshot. upload
  • I hereby authorise VirtualStaff365 to contact my previous employers, supervisors, and references for the purpose of verifying my employment history and qualifications. I consent to the collection and processing of my personal data in accordance with the Philippines’ Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173). yes / no
  • Please provide two direct report reference contacts (Name and Mobile No./Email add) written answer
  • Please note that an active NBI clearance is required before we can process your application. Candidates without an active NBI clearance will not be considered until they obtain one. Do you understand and agree to this requirement? choose one
  • Do you currently have an active NBI clearance? choose one
  • Please upload a digital copy of your valid NBI Clearance. We also accept a screenshot of your NBI appointment or a valid Police Clearance as an alternative. upload
  • If Only Applicable: If you selected "HIT", please briefly state the reason for the HIT (if known), and how many working days you were advised it would take to process. Write N/A if not applicable. written answer

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