Sharon McGuire is the Office and Finance Manager at Wajarri Enterprises, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the office and managing all financial aspects of the business. With a career spanning decades, Sharon brings a wealth of experience in administration, bookkeeping, HR, and finance, anchored by a deep passion for supporting Indigenous employment and community development.
Sharon has held a variety of roles, including a memorable period with WA Police in Port and South Hedland, as well as running a deli where she handled all payroll and bookkeeping. Her career took a significant turn when she joined Ngarda Civil and Mining, her first role with an Indigenous-owned company, where she led HR and played a key role in increasing Indigenous employment at BHP sites. She later worked in Onslow before returning south to be closer to family, eventually joining the Wajarri organisations in 2016. Over the past 8.5 years, Sharon has supported the community through roles with Winja Wajarri Barna Ltd, Meenangu Wajarri Aboriginal Corporation, and now Wajarri Enterprises.
Holding a Certificate IV in Business, Sharon’s expertise in office management and finance is complemented by her dedication to building stronger futures for Wajarri people through employment and program support. She values the opportunity to work on Wajarri Country and appreciates the relationships she has built within the community, learning from and contributing to its cultural richness.