Do you want to be a part of powering a Sustainable Future:
Join our future-focused agency and be a part of contributing to WA’s
transition to net zero emissions!
As Western Australia’s primary water and environmental regulator, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has a responsibility to be an influential and future-focused organisation. Our vision is for a low-carbon Western Australia with a healthy environment and secure water resources for future generations.
The department holds itself accountable to being fair, efficient and effective. We respect First Nations people’s people knowledge and cultural advice. As a forward-looking department we are guided by good science and embrace new technologies and practices. We value and engage with our stakeholders and we strive to be transparent in all we do and to build trusted relationships.
Our values-based culture reflects who we are and how we go about business. We would love you to see some of the exciting work and opportunities available at DWER.
We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a difference
Find out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au
The Opportunity:
The Department is looking to establish a talent pool to fill immediate and future vacancies for Approvals Managers within our Green Energy directorate, with positions located in Joondalup and all regional locations considered.
The Green Energy directorate leads the environmental assessment and approvals of all Green Energy projects including conventional wind, solar and wave power generators; hydrogen industries; lithium mining, critical minerals processing; and construction or manufacturing of green energy in WA.
The Green Energy team supports the state’s overall goal to decarbonise industry and diversify the economy and to deliver the State Government’s commitment to net zero by 2050. The team will work hand in hand with colleagues across DWER, the Western Australian government and the Commonwealth to deliver the directorates work.
Your well-developed experience in water and environment regulation across Western Australia’s Environmental Protection Act 1986 and Rights in Water and Irrigation Act 1914, particularly in areas of chemical/ processing, refineries, and battery manufacturing relevant to Green Energy, or water take and native vegetation clearing with effective interagency/ stakeholder engagement will be highly valued.
These are some of the exciting initiatives that we are working on:
- Opportunity to help shape industry’s behaviours and practices through regulation of their activities and delivering better environmental outcomes.
- Ensuring effective, sustainable regulation of the clearing of native vegetation in Western Australia, including through strategic projects and reform initiatives, to deliver better outcomes for native vegetation and biodiversity protection.
- Leading the establishment and implementation of a cross government Green Energy Approvals initiative, driving the delivery of green energy solutions for Western Australia to support the transition to net zero greenhouse gas emissions.
As a department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.
For further information about the opportunity we encourage you to contact Tracey Hassell on (08) 6364 7251 or via email tracey.hassell@dwer.wa.gov.au during business hours.
For further information on the important work of the Approvals Portfolio, listen to Chris Shaw, Deputy Director General Approvals.
About You
We are seeking individuals with a strong commitment to decarbonisation and sustainable development. You will have a future-focused mindset, with proven ability to build, develop and lead a team to deliver outcomes.
To be successful in this role, you will have experience working in the field of environmental management, be an experienced leader who has enthusiasm for collaboration and engagement and enjoy the challenge of finding a ‘better way’ to do things. As a senior leader in the Green Energy team, you know people are the organisation’s greatest asset and you have both the energy and resilience to drive change that creates value for stakeholders, the community and environment. Experience and knowledge of Part IV (Environmental Impact Assessment) of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 will be highly regarded.
How to apply:
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:
- Copy of your Bachelor of Science qualification (degree and transcript) in an environmental related field*
- A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity;
- A two (2) page cover letter outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in context of the work related requirements in the attached Position Profile.
- Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager).
Please Note:
- To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
- DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.
- As part of this selection for this process, DWER may use a variety of testing methods including video interviews, psychometric assessments and group testing.
- DWER may also conduct an executive search to further supplement the field.
- All of the role-specific requirements and leadership behaviours in the attached position profile document will be assessed as part of the process.
* Applicants who consider their degree is equivalent to a Bachelor of Science may be asked to confirm and evidence equivalency from the issuing university. Applicants with an overseas qualification must submit a valid assessment from the Overseas Qualification Unit (OQU). For more information visit migration.wa.gov.au
For technical difficulties while applying online or information about the application process, please contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 7007 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications.
Access Needs
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
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 recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 7007.
This pool will operate for a period of 12 months with vacancies being offered at part or full time on a permanent or fixed term contract basis with the possibility of extension or permanency. Pool applicants do not hold a right of review against appointment decisions made from the pool.
CLOSING DATE: 4:00pm Monday, 9 December 2024 (Australian Western Standard Time)
(Please note that interviews are anticipated to be held in mid-January 2025).
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
