Building the infrastructure that shapes Western Australia’s future.

The Office of Major Infrastructure Delivery (OMID) is responsible for planning, procurement, financing, and delivery of the State’s major infrastructure.  As the lead agency for social and non-residential infrastructure, OMID delivers high value (exceeding $100 million), highly complex or high-risk projects across the health, justice, cultural, sporting, emergency services, and primary industry sectors.  

It brings together the best of program and project management, procurement, contract management, finance, commercial, stakeholder engagement, communications, sustainability, and governance to ensure Western Australia’s infrastructure is built safely, sustainably and with maximum public benefit.

OMID delivers projects that make a real difference to every Western Australian with new hospitals, sports, culture and entertainment centres, transport upgrades and training, justice and research facilities.

OMID is a part of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI), which is responsible for coordinating the State’s transport operations, leading strategic planning and policy development, and delivering safe and sustainable transport services as part of the wider Transport Portfolio.

The Opportunity

Join the OMID as a Senior Finance Officer and play a key role in supporting the financial governance and performance reporting of some of Western Australia's most significant infrastructure projects. Working within the Commercial, Finance and Project Management area, you will provide high-quality financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, while coordinating project billing, funding submissions and stakeholder reporting. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with project teams, government agencies and senior stakeholders, helping to drive informed decision-making, transparency and accountability across the State's major infrastructure portfolio.

As a Senior Finance Officer, you will:

• Coordinate and prepare financial and project performance reporting to support the effective oversight of major infrastructure projects.
• Analyse project budgets, forecasts and expenditure, providing insights that support informed decision-making and project delivery outcomes.
• Lead the preparation of project funding submissions, including contributions to State Budget and Expenditure Review Committee (ERC) processes.
• Manage project billing activities, financial reconciliations and reporting processes to ensure the delivery of accurate and timely financial information.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting tools and governance frameworks that support consistency, transparency and accountability.
• Build strong relationships with project teams, delivery agencies and key stakeholders to support collaborative and effective infrastructure delivery across Western Australia.

There are currently two (2) fixed term positions available for immediate filling for a period until 30 June 2029, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.

The successful applicant(s) assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of employment (fixed term or permanent) in this or similar roles for a period of twelve (12) months from date of first appointment.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact John Gibson, A/Director Commercials, Finance and Project Management, on (08) 92168948 and/or John.Gibson@omid.wa.gov.au.

The Ideal Candidate

The panel will be assessing applicants against the following suitability requirements:

• Considerable skills, knowledge and experience in financial and project reporting, including financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and funding submissions, together with the development and improvement of associated reporting systems, tools and processes.  
• Highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise and relate effectively to stakeholders at all levels and in a variety of contexts. 
• Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workloads in order to meet tight deadlines and deliver on agreed outcomes. 
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills. 
• Experience providing end user support for project performance reporting systems. 
• Alignment to DTMI’s values: Collaboration, Wellbeing, Adaptability and Accountability.

We believe everyone at DTMI is a leader, contributing to our impactful work for the sector and community. We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position Personal Leadership.

Our Offer

• A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
• Salary packaging options to lease a new car.
• Discounted gym memberships and health facilities.
• Employee assistance program with a range of services and support channels
• CBD office location close to public transport.
• Work on exciting and challenging projects that shape WA’s future infrastructure.
• Long term career development opportunities.

In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.

Applying is easy

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format: 

• A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experiences you have gained in relation to the JDF and selection criteria; and
• A maximum two (2) page covering letter outlining key achievements you have had during your career in context of JDF and Suitability Requirements.

Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor.  

Applications for this opportunity close at 3pm on Monday, 2 November 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted. 

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants. 

Interviews will be scheduled for the week commencing 9 November 2026.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance and must have valid working rights in Australia before commencing employment.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.