Discover what interests you at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage!
An opportunity like no other, we invite applications from recent high school leavers who have completed the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) to take part in our innovative and inaugural Gap Year Program commencing February 2024. The Program will offer positions that are regionally based so we want to hear from high-school leavers living in remote and regional areas of WA. Leavers living in the metropolitan area are also encouraged to apply.
About the Program
The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (the Department) is committed to investing in young people’s development and supporting their entry into the workforce. We are proud to launch our brand-new Gap Year Program in 2024.
The Gap Year Program is a new innovative career pathway for WACE achieving high school leavers. Through this 12-month program, successful applicants will receive professional development opportunities, work experience and coaching. Successful applicants will also be fully supported to complete a recognised Certificate through a Registered Training Organisation while undertaking paid work in the public sector.
We have four positions on offer, as Administration Support Officers. Level 2 (Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022) commencement salary $70,432 + 11% superannuation
In support of the Department’s commitment to building an inclusive workforce, one position is dedicated to an applicant who identifies as an Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people (50D), and another for a person with a disability (66R).
About Us
Formed in 2017, the Department brings all land use and heritage responsibilities under one umbrella to shape the future of our cities, regions, and towns.
The vast scope of our work ranges from managing much-loved State assets such as Whiteman Park and Fremantle Prison, to overseeing the Aboriginal Lands Trust and Crown land estates, to working closely with other State Government departments on strategic government priorities.
Our Values: Integrity – Respect – Collaboration – Professionalism – Innovation
PS Code of Ethics: Personal Integrity – Relationships with others - Accountability
About you & to be eligible to apply
We want to hear from high school leavers who are on track to achieve their WACE this year or obtained it in 2022 and align with our personal values, and the Public Sector’s Code of Ethics. No prior experience or qualifications are necessary.
Interested and want to know more?
If you have questions about the Gap Year Program or application process, please contact Hayley Nietfield on (08) 6551 9035 or email gapyear@dplh.wa.gov.au.
How to Apply
- Provide a current curriculum vitae – If you need help with a CV, please see the Application Information Pack below.
- A one-page covering letter outlining why you are interested in the Gap Year Program, and how your personal values align with ours. Please include in your cover letter your preference of work location from the following options: Kununurra, Broome, Albany, Bunbury, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, South Headland, Mandurah, or Perth - Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage Regional Offices (www.wa.gov.au)
- Contact details of two personal referees. (Example: Teachers, Employers, VET Coordinator etc)
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is an attractive proposition, please read the Applicant Information Pack.
Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
Working for the Department
The Department’s head office is in the Perth CBD at 140 William Street; however, the Department has a strong regional presence with offices throughout regional WA for you to work from. During the application process, you will be given the option to select your preferred working location.
You are encouraged to refer to our website for more information about what we do, when considering working with DPLH.
Application and Interview Support
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64. If you are a person with a disability or a person having difficulty submitting your online application and require any assistance, please contact our Recruitment team on (08) 6551 9419 about adjustments you may require, so you are comfortable throughout the recruitment process.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, contact ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.
Please contact our HR Services team on recruitment@dplh.wa.gov.au for any other queries.
Applications close at 4pm on Monday 18 September 2023 (AWST)
