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:
We currently have one Level 4 Compliance Officer position and one Level 5 Senior Compliance Officer position available for immediate commencement through to June 2027, with the possibility of extension or permanency.
- Compliance Officer – Level 4
As a Compliance Officer, you will be part of a team responsible for delivering environmental compliance activities within the waste, recycling and resource recovery sectors. The role involves undertaking inspections, monitoring compliance with legislative requirements, engaging with industry stakeholders, analysing information, and contributing to regulatory decisions and outcomes.
This position would suit someone with strong analytical and communication skills who enjoys problem-solving, building stakeholder relationships, and working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Experience in regulation, compliance, environmental management, investigations, local government, or a related field will be highly regarded.
You'll have the opportunity to work across metropolitan and regional Western Australia, helping ensure businesses understand and meet their environmental obligations while contributing to the protection of our environment
- Senior Compliance Officer – Level 5
As a Senior Compliance Officer, you will coordinate and deliver components of the State's compliance inspection program, manage complex compliance matters, provide expert regulatory advice, contribute to strategic projects, and support the development of less experienced team members. You will apply sound judgement to complex issues and work collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve effective regulatory outcomes.
The role offers a diverse and rewarding mix of field-based and office-based work, including inspections, investigations, stakeholder engagement, project delivery, and the preparation of reports, briefings and recommendations that inform regulatory decision-making.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with demonstrated regulatory, compliance or environmental experience who is looking to broaden their impact and help shape best-practice compliance approaches across Western Australia.
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 Megan Mather, Manager Waste Programs on 08 6364 7465 or via email at Megan.Mather@dwer.wa.gov.au or via email 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.
* If you would like to be considered for both the Level 4 Compliance Officer and Level 5 Senior Compliance Officer positions, please attach a separate cover letter for each role addressing the relevant work-related requirements, along with your current CV.
- 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.
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
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 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 Friday 17 July 2026 (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
