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Department of Finance

Award Winning Graduate Program

Join the Graduate Program Ranked in the Top Graduate Employers List of 2023!*

 * As voted by 2022 Graduates across Australia who took part in the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) survey.

ALL DEGREES CONSIDERED
UP TO 10 GRADUATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Graduates employed on a 12 month fixed term basis with the possibility of extension or permanency.
2025 Graduate Program will commence 3 February

Starting Salary $79,156 p.a. plus superannuation

Hello! Kaya! Ngaji! Nyinda Barndi! Waiba!

The Department of Finance acknowledges the traditional custodians of Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters, and community. We pay our respects to all members of Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

At Finance we’re committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for our customers.

We deliver a diverse range of services throughout the State including providing leadership and advice across government, building infrastructure projects such as schools, hospitals and community facilities, buying goods and services for government such as electric vehicles, pharmaceutical products or software services and we coordinate initiatives to support the Western Australian economy like administering grants and rebates.

Surprising right? Our collaborative approach and commitment to innovation means we get things done.

Our staff are passionate about the work we do, and our values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration underpin everything. We are also committed to making Finance the ‘best place to work’ which means we value flexibility and diversity.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 and Section 66R of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to our Graduate Program. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability. Our recruitment practices are inclusive to enable all candidates to fully participate.

Please reach out to Diana Morellini via email or phone (details below) to confidentially discuss any adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Joining Finance as a graduate, you can expect to:

• Build technical skills across diverse directorates.
• Work on solving real business problems and projects.
• Build your professional network with talented leaders.
• Uncover your capability through challenging work.

Benefits of being a graduate at Finance:

• Develop skills and network with a diverse range of people/teams throughout three job rotations.
• Gain insight into high level roles and participate in meetings and shadowing opportunities.
• Thrive in a supportive work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration and sharing of ideas across all directorates.
• Grow through extensive training programs and professional development opportunities including Launch - the Public Sector Commission’s 10 month graduate development program.
• Meet and interact with other graduates across the WA public sector.
• Participate in fun graduate activities such as volunteering, committee involvement, events and end of year projects.
• Contribute to the growth of Western Australia.

To be considered, you must:

• Have completed a degree between 2022 and 2024.
• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident at the time you lodge your application.
• Be willing to work at our locations in Perth and Osborne Park during the 12-month program.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are ready to make a difference and want to take every opportunity available, then a career at Finance is for you.

To be considered for the graduate program, please apply online using the ‘Apply for Job’ button and submit the following:

• Resume
  • outlining your reason for applying for the Finance Graduate Program, education, interests, and employment history (paid and unpaid) including your responsibilities and achievements.
• Academic Transcript
• Australian Birth Certificate or Permanent Residency Visa
• Graduate Program Application Checklist.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully read the attached 2025 Graduate Program Information Guide/Application Guide as it will assist you with your application. Please ensure you submit your application as one document in doc (Word) or PDF format. Zipped files cannot be accepted.

Your application is the first formal assessment used during the selection process. All instructions must be followed to be considered for an interview.

If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please call (08) 6557 8181, select option 1 followed by option 2 or email recruitment@finance.wa.gov.au and quote the Pool Ref VCID02890 number to obtain an Applicant Information Pack.

Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.

FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION:

Please read the attached Graduate Program Q&A, visit our website WA.gov.au, email gradinfo@finance.wa.gov.au or contact Diana Morellini on (08) 6551 1071 for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Application Packages or assistance with lodging your application).

Graduates are employed on a 12-month fixed term basis with the possibility of extension or permanency subject to work performance and the availability of funding. All suitable applicants will be placed in a recruitment pool. This pool will be valid for 12 months and may be used to fill similar permanent and fixed term contract positions during this period. Please note being placed in the pool does not guarantee you a position.