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:

This is a fixed-term opportunity until June 2028.

We are seeking a Project Officer – Cost Recovery to support the administration and continuous improvement of cost recovery processes within the Environment Online system.

Working closely with the Cost Recovery Manager, you will coordinate fee validation, invoicing, receipting, refunds, reconciliations and reporting, while providing advice on environmental assessment fees and supporting financial integrity across systems.

You will collaborate with business and technical teams to improve processes, support system enhancements and testing, develop user guidance, and contribute to change initiatives that strengthen cost recovery operations.

We are looking for a proactive and analytical professional with experience in financial administration, reconciliations and compliance, strong project coordination skills, and the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports environmental regulation and service delivery across Western Australia.

About You:

We’re seeking a proactive and collaborative professional who can manage financial administration activities with accuracy and accountability while supporting efficient business operations. You will bring experience delivering projects, solving complex problems, and contributing to strategic outcomes through practical, innovative solutions.

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong project planning and delivery skills, with the ability to manage priorities, resources and risks to achieve results.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with experience contributing to policy, strategy or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• The ability to lead and adapt through change, maintaining focus on outcomes in a dynamic environment.

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, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported and valued. We recognise the unique skills, perspectives and experiences that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and young people bring to our workforce, and we encourage applications from these groups.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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 Kim Walker, Cost Recovery Manager - EPA Services on (08) 6364 7586 or via kim.walker@dwer.wa.gov.au 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 current CV outlining your relevant qualifications, skills and experience.
• A one-page cover letter describing your key achievements and experience, and how they align with the About You section.
• Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)

Please Note:

• Interviews may form part of this selection process.
• 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
• 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 recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 7800.

Applicants found suitable but not selected for this opportunity may be offered opportunities in similar or subsequent vacancies that arise within a period of up to six (6) months from endorsement of the recruitment decision. 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.

CLOSING DATE: 4:00pm 27 October 2026 (Australian Western Standard Time)

Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.