Permanent Appointment
Turn research into impact – contribute to policy and decision making while collaborating with stakeholders to support Aboriginal empowerment.
The Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is committed to increasing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, working at home, in the field or in the office to help support you and get the best results possible for our community? Then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is for you!
We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling the next big discovery in the mining sector, protecting workers’ health and safety, transforming energy supply and emissions, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, DEMIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.
In alignment with the WA Government’s Public Sector Reform (March 2025), this position will initially sit within DEMIRS but will join the newly formed Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration from 1 July 2025.
Acknowledgement
DEMIRS respectfully acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land and acknowledge their ancestral ties to the land and spiritual connection to Country. We pay our respects to Elders both past and present, and value the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within DEMIRS.
DEMIRS’ vision for ongoing reconciliation is to have a diverse and inclusive workforce that understands and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and peoples and which is able to build strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
The Aboriginal Empowerment Unit
This position sits within the Aboriginal Empowerment Unit (AEU), which was established to coordinate and deliver the department’s Aboriginal Empowerment Initiative (AEI).
The AEU works to ensure the policies, practices and administration of the department’s services are appropriate and respectful of Aboriginal people and assists to establish formal pathways for Aboriginal people to contribute to enhanced outcomes for their communities.
The role
Join our dynamic team as a Research Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting senior officers to achieve outcomes that advance Aboriginal empowerment through planning, research and analysis. Your work will contribute to shaping policy and legislative initiatives by gathering, analysing, and presenting information in clear and impactful formats. In this role, you'll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including industry peak bodies, unions, employers, service providers, and government agencies, fostering effective working relationships to drive meaningful outcomes.
Your skills and experience in research and analysis will be key to your success in this role. You will also bring to the team your excellent organisation and planning skills, as well as your experience engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including with Aboriginal people.
Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
Further information
Please contact Kate Waylen, Manager Aboriginal Cultural Responsiveness on 0436 315 076 or via kate.waylen@demirs.wa.gov.au or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.
How to apply
We ask for you to provide:
A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and a covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements:
- Demonstrated research and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated organisation and planning skills.
- Demonstrated experience in engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.
In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Matt Ball, A/Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 0434 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@demirs.wa.gov.au.
To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter (where appropriate).
Supporting diversity and inclusion
The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department. Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.
We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:
- TTY/voice calls – 133 677
- Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
- SMS relay – 0423 677 767
If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at RecruitmentandEngagement@demirs.wa.gov.au
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Monday, 12 May 2025 (WST)
Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.
We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.
Attachments
- Applicant Information Pack.pdf
- Job Description Form
- Section 51 – Fact Sheet
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