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 Permanent opportunity
Are you ready to apply your scientific expertise to work that directly shapes environmental protection across Western Australia? Join the DWER’s Air Quality Branch and contribute to improving the air quality outcomes that support healthier communities and a cleaner environment.
In this role, you will lead specialist investigations in odour science and air quality modelling, provide high‑quality scientific advice on urgent or contentious matters, and support the development of guidelines, strategies and evidence-based reforms. You will collaborate with internal teams, industry, government and community stakeholders, while also mentoring colleagues and helping to build capability across the branch. Your work will be varied, challenging and influential, with the freedom to apply independent scientific judgement.
To succeed, you will hold a relevant science or engineering qualification and bring strong experience in air quality and atmospheric science, including dispersion modelling and analytical programming skills. You will be confident managing your workload, communicating technical concepts clearly, and producing high‑quality scientific reports. Experience in odour assessments, field investigations, Linux environments or FORTRAN will be highly regarded.
At DWER, you will be supported as a Personal Leader and contribute to a culture grounded in service, trust, care, openness and collaboration. We value diversity, cultural responsiveness and a safe, inclusive workplace where all employees—particularly Aboriginal people and communities—feel respected and heard.
The role involves occasional early mornings, evenings or on‑call work, and requires a WA C‑Class Driver’s Licence. If you are looking for a role where your expertise directly contributes to the well-being of communities and meaningful environmental outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
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 Puneet Verma on 08 6364 6490 or puneet.verma@dwer.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.
- 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.
Please include a copy of your Bachelor of Science or Engineering qualification (degree and transcript) in an environmental related field*
* Applicants who consider their degree is equivalent to a Bachelor of Science or Engineering may be asked to provide evidence of 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 Thursday 5 March 2026 (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
