Temporary (full time) appointment for 24 months, with the possibility of a further temporary appointment and/or permanency.

The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

Find out more about our work by visiting our website www.wa.gov.au/dtwd

Leadership for All
Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations.

The Role
The Data and Systems Officer will be responsible for supporting the Training Accreditation Council’s (TAC or the Council) regulatory functions through the effective management of information and data systems in accreditation, registration, audit, compliance, risk and monitoring of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and courses.

Working with the Principal Consultant Risk and Information and across the Secretariat, you will identify, respond and seek solutions to data and system requirements, issues and improvements for determining and assessing regulatory risks, supporting evidence-based regulatory decisions, and strengthening the integrity of regulatory processes in line with legislative and policy requirements.

Key projects this position will be working on include input into the review and development of TAC’s risk profiling system and managing data system enhancements.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
• Salary packaging options.
• Free onsite parking

Want to know more?
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Anna Chemello, Manager Risk and Information on 9224 6515 or Anna.Chemello@dtwd.wa.gov.au

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via dtwdhr@dtwd.wa.gov.au or via (08) 6551 5071.

How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role including the suitability requirements listed below; and
• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria as outlined in attached Job Description Form and the suitability requirements listed below.

Suitability requirements for this position:

Expected Leadership Behaviours

The role occupant is expected to consciously adopt the behaviours and mindsets aligned to the position’s Personal Leadership context. The following outlines the key leadership behaviours in action pertinent to this position.

• Lead Collectively – You acknowledge the relationship between your work and value it contributes to the team. You complete your work to a high standard and ensure information is accurate. You recognise the shared purpose of the policies and procedures in the sector and follow your team’s policies and procedures. You proactively build strong working relationships with members of your team and use these relationships to achieve your objectives and deliverables to a high standard.
• Think through complexity - You think through complexity by following set procedures and applying your knowledge, skills and experience to identify problems as they arise. You know where to find relevant information and use a common-sense approach to research and analyse, and then make evidence based recommendations. You are accountable and take responsibility for your decisions and actions.
• Deliver on high leverage areas - You reschedule and reprioritise your work on a daily basis with guidance if necessary to reflect changes in your team environment. Under the supervision of your manager, you work to meet specified timelines and priorities, completing your work to a high standard. You take responsibility for managing your work to achieve results, keeping others informed of your progress.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. 

Applications close Monday 20 July 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).