Join one of WA’s most innovative and forward-thinking agencies and be part of something rewarding and exciting.
The Design Review Officer and Senior Design Review Officer work collaboratively with proponent groups, referral agencies, design teams and stakeholders to support State Design Review Panel (SDRP) and other design review activities. The SDRP is a multi-disciplinary panel of highly experienced built environment professionals that provides independent advice on the design quality of major development proposals.
The Design Review Officer and Senior Design Review Officer provide built environment design expertise, advice and support to key stakeholders relating to major developments, public works, precincts, planning policy, strategic planning and advocacy initiatives in accordance with State Planning Policy 7.0 Design of the Built Environment. You will case manage development proposals through State Design Review Panel, Government Architect and other design review processes, including those pertaining to applications submitted as part of the Planning and Development Act 2005 Part 11B Significant Development Pathway. You will work in a collaborative and interdependent manner with a close-knit team.
This is a pool recruitment process for permanent full-time and part-time, and fixed term full-time and part-time opportunities. We currently have one Level 7 Senior Design Review Officer fixed-term (12 months), full-time position to fill during a period of parental leave. This pool may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may arise within the Department and across the WA public sector in the next 24 months from the initial date of appointment
Our Perth office is conveniently located in the Perth CBD, close to the Perth Underground rail; Wellington Street Bus Station and City CAT services.
To be successful for the Design Review Officer position, you need to demonstrate:
- An accredited tertiary degree qualification in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or Urban and Regional Planning and/or Development or acceptable equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in the delivery of architectural, landscape architectural or urban design services, particularly pre-design, design and implementation of projects.
- Demonstrated awareness of the design principles of State Planning Policy 7.0: Design of the Built Environment.
- Well-developed visual, written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Knowledge of current and emerging trends in built environment design, development and planning.
To be successful for the Senior Design Review Officer position, you need to demonstrate:
- An accredited tertiary degree qualification in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or Urban and Regional Planning and/or Development or acceptable equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in the delivery of architectural, landscape architectural or urban design services particularly pre-design, design and implementation of complex projects.
- Demonstrated understanding of the design principles of State Planning Policy 7.0: Design of the Built Environment.
- Excellent visual, written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Knowledge of current and emerging trends in built environment design, development and planning.
Core leadership behaviours outlined in Leadership Expectations are applicable to this role and should be demonstrated in the context of Personal Leadership. The expected behaviours may be assessed during the recruitment and selection process.
About us
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 visit the Department page on the DPLH website.
We have a comprehensive Applicant Information Pack to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you.
Benefits of Working at DPLH
DPLH offers a broad range of benefits including but not limited to:
- Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance.
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- Comprehensive learning and professional development opportunities.
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Leave for study, bereavement, foster caring and parenting.
- Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services.
How to apply: All applications are submitted online. Select ‘Apply for Job’, located at either top or bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions. You will need to provide a:
- Comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experience, and key achievements relevant to the position, including the details of two referees.
- Maximum two (2) page covering letter demonstrating the skills, knowledge and experience required to perform the role as described above.
Further Information:
If you would like to know more, please contact Tanya Ring on 6551 9475 or email tanya.ring@dplh.wa.gov.au to discuss the role in further detail. Please do not send your application to Tanya or seek assistance with lodging your application.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants – For a confidential discussion about the recruitment process, please reach out to Barb Culbong from our Aboriginal Employment and Engagement team. You can contact Barb at 0408 895 002 or email us at aboriginalemployment@dplh.wa.gov.au.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and 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.
Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email recruitment@dplh.wa.gov.au.
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the below numbers:
- TTY/voice calls – 133 677
- Speak and Listen – 1300 555 727
- SMS relay – 0423 677 767.
Special Requirements for this position:
The Department will conduct a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check for applicants successful to this recruitment process.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, contact ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com, or please call (08) 6551 9419 for any other queries.
Closing Date – Wednesday, 4 February 2026 @ 4:00pm
