We are seeking to create a pool of suitable applicants for the position of Assessment Officer .

Currently there are 2 vacancies to be filled temporarily:

Position number 00036423 – 14 December 2026 to 30 June 2029

Position number 00036422 – 19 January 2027 to 30 June 2029.

Appointments may be made on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with possible further term and/or permanency.

The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

Find out more about our work by visiting our website www.wa.gov.au/dtwd 

The Role
The Assessment Officer acts as the first point of contact for clients requiring information about State nomination for the Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)(subclass 491) visas.

The position takes a case management approach, being responsible for the clients’ needs from first contact to the issuing of an assessment outcome, referral to licensing and regulatory bodies and processing of applications using the Migration Services CRM.

The Assessment Officer provides information to prospective migrants, employers and agents enquiring about skilled migration programs.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have experience in assessing applications; apply policy and procedures; come from a migration or customer service background; with a focus on delivering fair consistent evidence based outcome and have strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
• Salary packaging options.
• Free onsite parking 

Want to know more?
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package. 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Sara Tesanovic, Team Leader Applications and Assessments on (08) 6212 9792 or email Sara.Tesanovic@dtwd.wa.gov.au

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via dtwdhr@dtwd.wa.gov.au or via (08) 6551 5071.

How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role including the suitability requirements listed below, and;
  
  
• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria 

Suitability requirements for this position: 

• Pre employment conditions - National Police Clearance
• Visa validity - To be appointed to a position at the Department, you need to be able to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia. Permanent appointments will require Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship with unrestricted work rights. Fixed term appointments will require a valid working visa.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. 

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. 

Applications close Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).