Be part of something bigger. Be part of DWER.  

Register your interest to be considered for current and future employment opportunities with DWER. 

The Talent Register enables us to connect with talented individuals who are interested in joining our department across a broad range of professional, technical and corporate disciplines. 

Opportunities may include: 

• Permanent appointments 
• Fixed-term appointments 
• Temporary backfill opportunities 
• Full-time and part-time arrangements 
• Opportunities across metropolitan and regional Western Australia 

Employment opportunities may arise from business growth, project work, workforce planning initiatives, temporary vacancies, secondments, leave coverage and other operational requirements. 

Areas of Interest 

We are seeking expressions of interest from candidates with skills and experience in: 

• Administration and Business Support 
• Communications and Community Engagement 
• Engineering and Technical Services 
• Environmental Science and Environmental Management 
• Finance and Accounting 
• Human Resources 
• Information and Communication Technology 
• Legal and Compliance 
• Policy and Strategy 
• Project Management 
• Science and Research 
• Water Resource Management 

About Us 

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. 
 
Our work spans climate action, water management, environmental protection, regulatory reform, policy development and corporate services. Through our diverse range of functions, our employees contribute to meaningful work that helps shape a sustainable future for Western Australia. 

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and values-driven workplace where people feel supported to achieve their full potential. 

We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a difference 

Find out more by visiting our website and our LinkedIn Life page.

Why Join DWER? 

Our employees enjoy: 

• Meaningful work that contributes to the protection and sustainability of Western Australia's environment and water resources 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Professional development and career progression opportunities 
• Modern office facilities in Joondalup and Perth CBD 
• Opportunities to work across metropolitan and regional locations 
• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative workplace culture  

Locations 

Our primary office locations include Prime House in Joondalup and our Perth CBD office. We also have regional offices located throughout Western Australia, providing opportunities to work closer to local communities and environments. 

Eligibility 

To be considered for employment with DWER, applicants must: 

• Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or hold a visa with the right to work in Australia for the duration of the proposed employment opportunity. 
• Meet the requirements of the specific position being considered. 
• Consent to pre-employment screening processes where required. 

National Criminal History Checks may be conducted for successful applicants. 

Referee reports may also be sought as part of the assessment process. 

How To Apply

To register your interest for our short term employment opportunities, please click this link DWER Talent Register and you will be redirected to our full register.

After lodging your CV, you may be contacted if a suitable vacancy becomes available. Your CV will stay on our talent register for 365 days, after which time, you will need to reapply.

If you have any questions about our Talent Register, please contact us at hr@dwer.wa.gov.au

Further Information 

At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we are committed to fostering a modern workplace that supports flexibility, collaboration, and wellbeing. 

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 registrations 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. 

For more information, please contact hr@dwer.wa.gov.au 

Want to apply for a specific role? View our current vacancies on the DWER careers page.