There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling

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The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (the Department) supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian (WA) Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the WA community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.

The Native Title Negotiations and Advisory directorate provides whole of Government strategic direction and facilitation for Government-led native title matters and negotiations. The Future Acts Unit within the Native Title Negotiations and Advisory directorate provides leadership, policy advice and coordination across Government in relation to native title future act matters and negotiations and engagement with external stakeholders to progress priority projects. Current negotiations present a critical opportunity to fulfill WA Government priorities including the clean energy transition, decarbonisation and increased economic diversification, as well as providing economic development opportunities for native title holders.

About the Role

The Principal Policy Officer (Geospatial) provides high-level policy support and advice and undertakes complex research and analysis to support whole-of-government coordination of native title matters. This includes providing technical services and advice to deliver geospatial mapping and analysis to support assessment and advice on native title matters and negotiations. 

For further job related information:

For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Lauren Peake, A/Special Advisor Native Title, on 0460 311 923 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application). 

Applicants are required to submit:

• A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
• A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than two (2) page/s

Permanent appointment:

• To be eligible for appointment for permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must have suitable working rights for the duration of your employment, either through citizenship, permanent residency or visa conditions.

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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged 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, Wednesday 15 July 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.