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

About Us

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian 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 Western Australian 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.

As part of the State Services Division, the core purpose of the Governance and Strategy Branch is to manage the Department's governance and risk exposure. This includes leading and managing the Department Governance Framework; facilitating audit processes, strengthening organisational resilience through risk management and business continuity planning, ensuring compliance and integrity and driving strategic planning and performance.

About the Role

The Senior Governance Consultant is primarily responsible for leading the development, implementation, communication, and ongoing maintenance of corporate governance and policy frameworks to ensure that the Department aligns and complies relevant legislation, public sector practices and standards.

For further job-related information:

For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Jodie-Lee Johnson, Manager Governance and Strategy on (08) 6552 5478 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).

Applicants are required to submit:

• A current résumé/curriculum vitae of no more than two (2) page/s that demonstrates alignment with the essential criteria  including the contact details of two referees (with at least one being your current or a recent supervisor), and

• A cover letter one (1) page outlining why you think you would be a good fit for this role and your motivation for applying for it.

 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. 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, Friday 18 September 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.