Join Us in Shaping Western Australia's Future
At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we’re not just hiring, we’re building the future. As Western Australia embarks on a bold agenda to remain the strongest economy in the nation, we play a critical role in delivering on government priorities: supporting sustainable development across the state, enabling renewable energy, protecting our environment, and securing our water future.
We are an influential and future-focused organisation, working at the intersection of science, policy, and community. We’re guided by good science, cultural knowledge, and a values-based culture that reflects who we are and how we go about our work.
If you're driven to make a real impact, whether it's supporting industry transformation, driving innovation in environmental regulation, enabling clean energy, or restoring waterways we invite you to bring your talent, your ideas, and your commitment to a team that’s delivering for today and planning for tomorrow.
Be part of something bigger. Be part of DWER.
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Find out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au
The Opportunity:
This is a permanent opportunity with an immediate commencement!
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Environmental Manager – Noise to lead a specialist team delivering critical regulatory and scientific services in environmental noise. This senior-level role combines deep technical expertise with high-level leadership, overseeing the administration of the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997 and providing authoritative advice on complex environmental noise issues. You will play a pivotal role in shaping policy, guiding regulatory decisions, and supporting major reforms across jurisdictions, while mentoring a team of professionals and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive best-practice outcomes.
This is a rare opportunity for a senior environmental professional with a strong background in acoustics, environmental science, or engineering to step into a role that blends scientific rigour with strategic influence. Your expertise will directly inform environmental policy and regulatory frameworks, contributing to meaningful, long-term outcomes across the state. If you’re ready to lead a high-performing team where your expertise will shape environmental outcomes at a state-wide level—this is the challenge you’ve been waiting for.
What we’re looking for
The ideal candidate will be a confident and capable leader with a strong foundation in environmental science, acoustics, or engineering, and a deep understanding of environmental noise regulation. They will bring a strategic mindset, sound judgement, and the ability to navigate complex technical and legislative challenges. With a collaborative approach and excellent communication skills, they will be adept at providing high-level advice, managing stakeholder relationships, and guiding a team of specialists to deliver impactful, science-based regulatory outcomes.
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 Peter Taylor, Director Environmental Science on 6364 7078 during business hours or via email at peter.taylor@dwer.wa.gov.au
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:
- 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.
- Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)
- A copy of your Bachelor of Science or Engineering qualification (degree and transcript) or an approved equivalent*
What’s in it for me
We provide an inclusive, agile, and safe workplace that empowers a diverse workforce to make a difference. We offer professional development opportunities, recognise the importance of work-life balance and wellness initiatives, and provide:
- The opportunity to be involved with exciting, interesting and meaningful work.
- Fully flexible working arrangements that are encouraged to facilitate a strong work-life balance.
- Competitive salary plus 12% employer superannuation contribution and access to salary packaging options.
- Access to an assortment of personal and professional development and training opportunities.
- Leading wellness program promoting a healthy work / life balance that includes funded flu vaccinations and employee assistance programs.
- A strong networking and social environment.
- Clearly defined career progression pathways.
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.
* Applicants who consider their degree is equivalent to a Bachelor of Science or Engineering 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 7800 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
- 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 recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 7800.
This process may be used to fill similar vacancies that may arise within DWER and across the WA public sector over the next twelve (12) months. Vacancies may be full-time or part-time, permanent or fixed term with possibility of extension or permanency in a variety of metropolitan and regional locations.
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner's Instruction 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.
CLOSING DATE: 4pm Tuesday 4 November 2025 (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
