Tourism WA is a state government statutory authority and part of the broader economic development portfolio of the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI).
As the State Tourism Organisation, our goal is to grow tourism by marketing WA as an incredible holiday and business events destination; attracting and promoting world-class sporting, cultural and arts events; and improving access, accommodation and tourism experiences.
It is an exciting time for Tourism WA, with record funding for the organisation in the 2024-25 State Budget, an ambitious strategy to bring major events and direct flights to Western Australia, and a recent $5 billion investment by Qantas and Perth Airport to deliver a new terminal, along with a new parallel runway and airport hotel.
Tourism WA is responsible for marketing the state to the world through innovative campaigns; developing, attracting and promoting major sporting, arts, cultural and business events within the State; working with government and the tourism industry on initiatives and projects to improve access, accommodation and tourism experiences for our visitors; and by informing and empowering the WA tourism industry through the sharing of key insights and global trends, building stakeholder relationships and providing leadership to the tourism industry.
For more information visit tourism.wa.gov.au.
What is the role?
The Managing Director leads the promotion of Western Australia as an extraordinary tourism destination both nationally and internationally, and facilitates the development of tourism infrastructure and works to enable delivery of a world-class events calendar.
The position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Tourism WA and is part of the executive leadership team within JTSI. You will work closely with the Minister for Tourism, the Chair and Board of Commissioners of Tourism WA, the Director General of JTSI, the Western Australian tourism industry and WA government agencies, including JTSI, to drive increased visitation to Western Australia and support the overall visitor economy.
Individuals with well-rounded skillsets across senior leadership positions are encouraged to apply. Your commercial understanding and ability to influence outcomes with diverse stakeholders, whilst cultivating a high-performance culture, will be highly regarded.
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- Extensive senior leadership experience with a strong track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with local, national and international stakeholders in the tourism industry, and the ability to promote the competitiveness and viability of Western Australia as a preferred tourism destination.
- Proven commercial and industry acumen, including the ability to facilitate and support key public and private tourism infrastructure development projects within Western Australia to positively impact the tourism industry and support the economic development of the State.
- A commitment to fostering inclusivity, diversity, and equality in organisational strategies and operations whilst cultivating a high-performance culture amongst your teams.
- The ability to leverage the interrelationships that exist in the WA public sector and ensure that strategic decisions create value for Tourism WA, JTSI and the WA public sector, now and into the future.
You will also model the department’s values; fostering strong relationships; making a positive difference; acting with integrity; and embracing diversity. Successful candidates will also need to operate within the Public Sector's Code of Ethics.
Other requirements for the role can be obtained from the Job Description Form (JDF) attached. Core leadership behaviours outlined in the Leadership Expectations are also applicable to this role and should be demonstrated in the context of Agency Leader. The expected behaviours may be assessed during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply: All applications are to be submitted online. When you are ready to submit your application select ‘Apply for Job’, located at either the top or bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions. You will need to provide:
- A written statement demonstrating your abilities to meet the requirements of the role as outlined in the JDF and outlining what you can bring to the department; and
- A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experience, and key achievements.
Please note: an executive search will be conducted, and this may extend beyond the closing date.
Interested in more information?
For more information on the position, please contact Geoff Blades or Tina Jackson, Partners at Lester Blades Executive Search & Board Advisory on +61 8 9221 0744 or email: geoff@lesterblades.com.au or tina@lesterblades.com.au
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at JTSI is an attractive proposition, please read the Applicant Information Pack.
Additional job information
The Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation is committed to increasing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
Successful applicants will be required to obtain a National Police Clearance and complete a Conflict-of-Interest Declaration and a Declaration of Outside Interests prior to commencement. Some positions may require an Australian Government Security Clearance.
Applications must be submitted prior to 12.00pm AWST on Thursday, 26 September 2024.
Lodgement is system generated, and any submissions made on or after 12.00pm will not be accepted.
