Please note this is an Expression of Interest for 6 months for Public Sector Employees Only.
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.
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:
This is a fixed term opportunity for 6 months from January 2026 with the possibility of extension. Please note that this position is open to PUBLIC SECTOR EMPLOYEES ONLY. Applications outside of the Public Sector will not be considered.
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to manage our Freedom of Information Services Section. This role is responsible for the development and delivery of services related to the release of information to external parties, including access applications under the Freedom of Information Act 1992. You will coordinate all Freedom of Information applications, review draft Notices of Decision, and provide expert advice on complex issues to ensure compliance with legislation, frameworks, and standards.
As Manager, Freedom of Information, you will lead a team to deliver services aligned with organisational objectives and oversee the Department’s information release function. You will provide expert consultancy to the Director General and internal stakeholders, represent the Department in proceedings before the Information Commissioner, and drive continuous improvement through policy development and reporting frameworks.
To succeed in this role, you will have extensive experience managing information release under the FOI Act, with a strong focus on delivering sound and robust outcomes. You will demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and proven leadership experience in building team capability and fostering a values-driven culture. Strong planning and organisational skills, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver strategic improvements, are essential.
At DWER, we value diversity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness. Our values – We serve to make a difference | We build trust | We care | Open minds | Better Together – guide everything we do. We offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where every employee is a leader.
If you are ready to make an impact and lead a critical function that supports transparency and accountability, apply now via Jobs WA.
At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we are committed to fostering a modern workplace that supports flexibility, collaboration, and wellbeing.
Our flexible work arrangements include options for alternative work locations and adaptable schedules, designed to accommodate a variety of professional and personal needs.
We recognise that effective work can happen in different settings, and our approach reflects this, enabling staff to contribute meaningfully while maintaining balance and resilience.
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.
Join us and be part of a department that values innovation, inclusivity, and the evolving nature of work.
For further information about the opportunity, we encourage you to contact Chantelle Power on 08 6364 7236 or via email chantelle.power.wa.gov.au during business hours.
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.
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.
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.
CLOSING DATE: 4pm Tuesday 2 December 2025 (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
