Job opportunity

2026 Graduate Program

Commencing 12 January 2026

We are looking for the future leaders of the WA public sector!

Are you a recent 2024 graduate or are completing your studies in 2025?

Are you someone that likes to find solutions, deliver and do things well?

If you answered yes to the above, then consider joining the
Department’s 2026 Graduate Program to kick start your career in the WA public sector! 

There are two, 12-month Graduate Project Officer positions available.

We are seeking to establish an 18-month recruitment pool of suitable applicants for the above-mentioned positions. Suitable applicants will be placed in the pool, where placements can be made to fill similar permanent and fixed term positions at any time during this period.

Please note permanent opportunities will only be offered to those that have permanent residency, and fixed-term opportunities for those that have the appropriate visa for the duration of the fixed-term contract.

Diversity and Inclusion
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

About Us
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

Find out more about our work by visiting our website https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-training-and-workforce-development.

Leadership for All
Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations. 

About the Program
Our rotational Graduate Program offers two Graduate Project Officers the opportunity to contribute to purposeful projects across a range of business areas.  

Over the 12-month program, you will complete two, six-month rotations. These projects will give you the opportunity to;

• apply and develop your skills in research and analysis;
• gain experience in strategic planning and business case development, aligning to government frameworks;
• build and develop relationships with key external and internal stakeholders; and
• develop your government writing skills through report writing and preparing presentations.

You will work in two of the below business areas, aligning to your qualification, skills and career interests.

• Communications and Marketing – the team is responsible for the development and management of creative and focused communication, marketing and advertising plans and strategies to promote skills and TAFE in WA. A tertiary degree or higher in Communications, Digital and Social Media, or Marketing is desirable.

• Clean Energy Skills National Centre of Excellence – the Centre serves as a front door to Australia's clean energy skills ecosystem, creating the future of clean energy employment in Western Australia and beyond. The Centre works in collaboration with WA TAFE colleges, universities, industry, and national partners to co-design training solutions, support trainers, and ensure all Australians can thrive in the clean energy economy. A tertiary degree or higher in Business and/or Commerce, Communications, Sustainable Energy or Project Management is desirable. 

• Training Accreditation Council – the team is responsible for the quality assurance and recognition of the Vocational Education and Training services across WA. A tertiary degree or higher in Business and/or Commerce, Economics or Management is desirable. 

• Work Health and Safety – the team provides advice and guidance on a range of work health and safety matters and supports the implementation of the Department’s Work Health and Safety Management Framework. A tertiary degree or higher in Work Health and Safety, or Human Resources is desirable. 

• State Workforce Planning - the team identifies gaps in the labour market across occupation, industry and region, and designs policy interventions to address these gaps – enabling new and emerging industries across WA to grow to their full potential, creating long-term opportunities for Western Australians. A tertiary degree or higher in Economics or Data Science is desirable.

Note: Graduates from all disciplines are encouraged to apply.

As part of the online application process, you will be asked to submit your preferred business areas based on your qualification, skills and career interests.

Preferences are not guaranteed, and the panel may shortlist into alternate positions based on suitability. 

What we offer
You will have access to a range of benefits including:

• flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• a comprehensive professional development and health and wellbeing program;
• a 10-month graduate development program with the Public Sector Commission, Launch;
• access to the Department’s IPAA WA corporate membership;
• mentoring and coaching opportunities with a member of our Graduate Program Alumni;
• ongoing support and coaching from your team, who are invested in your professional development and career growth; and
• opportunities to connect with the Department’s employee networks such as the Department’s Young Professional’s Program (YPP), Disability and Inclusion Network, Diverse Sexualities and Genders Network, and the Aboriginal Employee Yarning Circle.

Eligibility

• We encourage international students to apply for our Graduate Program! However, you must have a valid working visa for the duration of the Graduate Program (12 months) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident at the time of the application.
• you must have completed (or will have completed) your bachelor’s degree or higher in 2024 or 2025. 

How to Apply?
Applicants are required to apply online and must submit:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, including enough information to help us assess your skills and experience relevant to this role;
• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria listed in the attached Job Description Form;
• your preferred business areas based on your qualification, skills and career interest – this question will be asked when you submit your online application.  
• a copy of your current or completed academic record;
• names and contact details of two referees, with one of your nominated referees being your current line manager if possible; and
• if you are on a working visa - a copy of your visa documentation confirming you have authority to work in Australia. 

Additional Information
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and Graduate Application Package.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Chloe Laurie, A/Human Resources Development Consultant on (08) 6551 5068 or via DTWDGraduateProgram@dtwd.wa.gov.au

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via dtwdhr@dtwd.wa.gov.au or via (08) 6551 5071.

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. 

Applications close Friday, 31 October 2025 at 4:00pm (WST).