Start your career with purpose through the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety's Graduate Program.

Salary: Level 3 $89,464 p.a. plus 12% superannuation

Work Type: Permanent appointment (subject to a 6-month probation period)

Location: Perth Metropolitan 

Commencement date: 15 February 2027

Attachments: Applicant pack

Start your career with purpose at LGIRS

Ready to turn your knowledge and skills into a career that makes a difference?

The LGIRS Graduate Program offers an opportunity to launch a rewarding career in the Western Australian public sector. Over 18 months, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside industry experts, build professional networks and contribute to projects and initiatives that make a difference to communities across Western Australia.

Through partnerships with the Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE), the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER), you’ll have the opportunity to undertake rotations across a range of business areas and agencies, providing valuable exposure to different public sector environments.

At LGIRS, our CARE values – Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence – guide how we work together, make decisions and deliver outcomes. You’ll be supported to develop your capabilities, contribute fresh ideas and build a strong foundation for your career.

Hear from a past graduate as they share their experience participating in the Graduate Program and how the public sector is a place of opportunity.

Graduate opportunities

Our graduate program provides broad experience across LGIRS, helping you develop transferable skills, gain exposure to different business areas, and build your professional capabilities.

Graduates from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Opportunities are available across the following Groups:

• Building, Energy Safety and Service Delivery
• Corporate Services and Transformation
• Local Government
• Racing, Gaming and Liquor

Learn more about our Groups here and visit the LGIRS website to explore our work.

For detailed information about available positions, degree requirements and the recruitment process, please refer to the Graduate Program - Applicant Pack.

As a Graduate with LGIRS, you will benefit from:

• Permanent employment, subject to a six-month probationary period.
• Interagency rotation opportunities, including with DMPE, DEED and DWER, to gain exposure to different government functions and regulatory environments.
• Meaningful work, contributing to projects and initiatives that make a difference to the Western Australian community.
• Learning and development, to build your professional knowledge, skills and capabilities.
• Dedicated support from a graduate manager, sponsor, graduate coordinator and fellow graduates.
• Competitive remuneration, annual increments and flexible work arrangements.
• Wellbeing support, including access to wellbeing programs and the Employee Assistance Program.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply, you must:

• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident at the time of application.
• Have completed or are due to complete your degree between January 2024 to December 2026 in a relevant discipline.
• Be available to start full time work in mid February 2027.

LGIRS is committed to employing a diverse workforce reflective of the community we support. Our Graduate Program is a diversity and inclusion employment initiative and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this program. We are actively looking for recent university graduates from any of the following diversity groups to be a part of our February 2026 intake:

• People aged 24 years and under;
• People with disability; and/or
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

How to Apply

To apply, prepare and submit the following documents:

• Comprehensive CV (maximum 2 pages), outlining your education, work and volunteer experience, achievements and relevant skills. Please include contact details of two referees, ideally including your current or most recent line manager.
• Academic Qualification and Transcript, provide a copy of your academic transcript to showcase your educational achievements.
• Statement (1- 2 pages), describing a project or assignment that demonstrates how you:

• Built effective working relationships;
• Applied your knowledge, skills and experience to solve problems;
• Asked clarifying questions to understand requirements or explore solutions; and
• Achieved positive outcomes.

• Evidence of Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency.

Further assessment of role requirements, leadership behaviours and pre-employment conditions will occur throughout the recruitment process.

To apply, click the "Apply for Job" button and complete the online application. Select the position(s) you wish to be considered for and uploading the required documents.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in the first instance or reach out to RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

Want to know more?

Visit the LGIRS website and read through the Graduate Program - Applicant Pack for detailed information about the program, application process and available documents in alternate formats.

For questions or further assistance, contact Lauren Pedeferri, Coordinator Graduate and Youth Initiatives, via email at graduates@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

LGIRS is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace. We want everyone to feel valued and empowered to contribute. Inclusion is central to our values of collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (CARE). We recognise that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation. Different perspectives, experiences, and ideas help us better CARE for the Western Australian community. As an equal opportunity employer, and in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, young people, and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

We are proud members of the Hidden Disability Sunflower Program and the Australian Disability Network. LGIRS is also a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. Our engagement with these programs and networks reflects our commitment to supporting accessible and inclusive employment for individuals, as well as those with caring responsibilities through flexible work practices.

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 RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au

Closing Date: 4.00 pm on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.