Two permanent appointments

Be at the centre of Ministerial action and drive high quality government communications.

Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working hours to help support you and get the best results possible for our community? Then the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) is the place for you!

We value diversity and appreciate different perspectives, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling good governance to local communities, regulating racing, gaming and liquor activities, resolving consumer and trade disputes, monitoring compliance, protecting workers’ health and safety, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, LGIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.

The role
The Office of the Director General contributes towards the successful achievements of the Department's strategic direction, ensuring seamless coordination and communication between the Director General, Minister’s offices, the Executive Leadership Group, external stakeholders and departmental staff.

As Coordinator Ministerial Services, you will be part of a fast paced and dedicated team at the heart of the department’s Ministerial operations within the Office of the Director General. You will lead, coordinate and monitor the timely preparation and delivery of high-quality Ministerial and Parliamentary correspondence, including, briefing notes, Cabinet submissions and Parliamentary questions, ensuring adherence to protocols, governance, and quality standards. This role will contribute and support key strategic department projects, including, budgets and annual reports, drawing on your experience and knowledge of Ministerial and Parliamentary processes, and working in complex stakeholder environments. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating and maintaining strong communication channels, providing informed advice, and driving high quality service delivery and continuous improvement across all Ministerial business areas.

You will bring to the team your expertise in developing and implementing communication strategies, quality control measures, and training in Ministerial protocols. Your ability to provide timely advice, undertake high level research, manage competing priorities, and build productive relationships while representing the Department on committees and working groups will ensure you thrive in this dynamic and influential position.

Key tasks within this busy and varied role will include coordinating responses to ministerial and parliamentary requests, providing strategic advice on ministerial and parliamentary processes and protocols, advising senior staff on and ensuring compliance with communication protocols between our Department, Ministers and members of Parliament and liaising with other government departments and stakeholders, amongst other key duties.

Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, leadership capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.

Eligibility

To be eligible for permanent appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise.

To join our team, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, we will co-ordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre-employment checks.

More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Further information

Please contact Leighton Henley, General Manager, Office of Director General on 6251 2045 or via email on Leighton.HENLEY@lgirs.wa.gov.au or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on our achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

How to apply

A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development, and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements and leadership behaviours:

• Demonstrated experience in written communications skills, with the ability to prepare clear written material of a complex nature, in line with legislation and departmental policies.
• Demonstrated experience in a ministerial environment and knowledge of ministerial and parliamentary processes.
• Deliver on High Leverage Areas - You identify and understand the competing priorities of your work area, prioritising essential tasks and making adjustments as appropriate.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply, and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with LGIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Matt Ball, Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 0434 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.  That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.  Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.

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 RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Friday, 21 August 2026 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.