Shape the future of people and organisation at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.

Two permanent level 7 leadership opportunities available for immediate filling.

About Us

The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service to the Western Australian community. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.

About the roles

These roles are ideally suited for Organisational Development or Human Resources leaders who bring depth of expertise in contemporary thinking in designing strategic solutions, leading complex programs, developing high performing teams but are equally prepared in getting their hands dirty by chipping in with the work that needs to be done.

Manager Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Level 7

We are looking for someone with strategic workforce planning knowledge and experience who can connect strategy with talent management programs.  Your challenge will be to bring together workforce insights, strategic thinking and contemporary talent practices to develop solutions that are practical today while positioning the Department for the future.

Manager Culture and Organisational Design Level 7

We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience in organisational and job design and culture who can connect strategy with structure, culture and people.  Your challenge will be seeing the organisation as a system and delivering practical programs that improve organisational effectiveness.

Why is this opportunity worth considering?

At the Department, you will work in an environment where the people agenda intersects with organisational strategy, workforce capability and the priorities of government.  You will influence the development of contemporary HR strategies, frameworks and programs and lead work that will strengthen organisational capability and performance.

For further job-related information:

For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Jelske Lauwers, Assistant Director People Services on (08) 6552 5771 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).

Applicants are required to submit:

• A comprehensive CV detailing qualifications, skills, experiences and key achievements and including the contact details of two referees (with at least one being your current or a recent supervisor), and
• A written application of no more than two (2) pages demonstrating how you meet the Work-Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF.

Permanent appointment:

• To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia at the time of applying.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Suitable applicants will be required to provide:

• Proof of identity 100-point check.
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.

How to Apply:

Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process you can contact People Services at peopleservices@dpc.wa.gov.au.

Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Tuesday 20 October 2026.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Subsequent vacancies:

Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the Department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.