Job opportunity

Join Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS)’ award-winning Graduate Program.

Permanent position (with a 6-month probation period)

Flexible work arrangements

Starting salary of $79,156 p.a. plus 11.5 per cent superannuation

Commence on 20 January 2025

About our Graduate Program

Our program gives you opportunities to foster professional growth and development and gain valuable exposure to state-wide projects and initiatives to help improve the lives of the WA community.

You get the chance to rotate through our diverse business areas, as well as other WA public sector agencies.

In partnership with the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI), you will benefit from a customised rotational plan across both agencies, including shared networking and learning development opportunities.

We also collaborate with the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) to facilitate rotations that give diverse regulatory exposure. 

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.

If you're a highly motivated and ambitious graduate eager to embark on an exciting journey within the public sector, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our esteemed program.

Graduate Opportunities

We are currently offering 18 Graduate Officer positions across our 5 Groups for the 2025 intake:

• Corporate Services and Labour Relations
• Energy Policy
• Industry Regulation and Consumer Protection
• Resource and Environmental Regulation
• WorkSafe

Click here to learn more about each Group.

To learn more about the exciting and diverse work done by DEMIRS, please visit our website.

For detailed information on the positions, desired degrees and Business areas and the application process, please read the Graduate Program - Applicant pack.

This is your chance to embark on an exciting career journey, working alongside industry experts and utilising your skills to make a difference to the Western Australian community. Don't miss out on these incredible opportunities.

As a Graduate, you will receive:

• Permanent appointment, with a 6-month probation period.
• A structured 18-month program with customised rotations through diverse business areas, including interagency rotations.
• The opportunity to work independently and collaboratively on impactful projects.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• A comprehensive support network, including graduate manager and mentor, your graduate cohort and a dedicated graduate coordinator.
• An attractive salary, annual increments, flexible work arrangements and work within a metropolitan location.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for 18 graduates who:

• Have completed their degree in 2022, 2023, or by December 2024 (in a discipline relevant to the position you are applying for);
• Have a strong willingness to learn, collaborate with team members and stakeholders, and have excellent research, analytical, and written skills;
• Proactively build strong working relationships;
• Apply their knowledge, skills and experience to problem solve;
• Ask clarifying questions to achieve results;
• Recognise the role they play in a team; and
• Take responsibility of managing their work.

Our Graduate Program is a diversity and inclusion employment initiative and therefore we are actively looking for recent university graduates from any of the following diversity groups to be a part of our January 2025 intake:

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

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident at the time of application submission.

Need further info? 

For more information about our award-winning Graduate Program, including application process guidelines and access to documents in alternate formats, we encourage you to visit our and read through the attached applicant information pack. Here, you will find comprehensive information to assist you in your application journey.

If you have any specific questions or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact Alyce Rengel, Coordinator Capability and Culture on (08) 9222 3781 or send an email to graduates@demirs.wa.gov.au.

How to apply

To apply for a graduate position, we require the following documents from you:

• Comprehensive CV (maximum 2 pages): detailing your education, work experience, and relevant skills.
• Academic Transcript: a copy of your academic transcript to showcase your educational achievements.
• Statement (1- 2 pages): outlining a project or assignment you have been involved in where you have had to build strong working relationships, apply your knowledge, skills and experience to resolve problems, ask clarifying questions and achieve positive results.

You’ll also find that further into the recruitment process all the requirements, capabilities and pre-employment conditions included in the attached Job Description Form will be assessed.

To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions and select the position/s you are applying for, before attaching your requested documents.

If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Kellie Austin, Coordinator Recruitment on (08) 9222 3281 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@demirs.wa.gov.au.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

DEMIRS is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected. Our workforce's diversity is our strength; it enhances our ability to be forward-thinking and responsive in the services we deliver to the Western Australian community.

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.

Reasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.

CLOSING DATE: 12.00 pm on Tuesday, 10 September 2024 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online; as applications that are in progress or submitted after this time 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.