Job opportunity

The closing date has been extended to 4.00 pm on Monday, 16 February 2026 (WST) 

Permanent Appointment

Are you an innovative employee relations specialist looking to make an impact?

An exciting opportunity exists to shape the Corporate Services function of the newly formed Department. We are looking for passionate and dynamic individuals to position Corporate Services as a strategic enabler and a driver of departmental priorities including organisational performance, capability, culture and governance.

As a member of the department, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations.

Our people will be provided with a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, working at home, in the field or in the office, training and development opportunities, and ongoing support to enable you to achieve outcomes for our community.  We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.

The role

As an Employee Relations Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality employee relations consultancy, advisory, case management, and support services across the department. Working closely with human resources colleagues and senior executives, you will contribute to fostering respectful, transparent, and productive employee relations that align with organisational values and objectives.

Success in this role will be underpinned by your demonstrated experience in employee relations consultancy, including the interpretation and application of complex employee and industrial relations legislation, instruments, instructions, policies, procedures, and standards.

Strong written communication skills are essential, with proven experience preparing briefing notes, memoranda, and correspondence tailored to the intended audience and context. Attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to review and provide constructive feedback on the written work of others will be critical to your effectiveness in this role.

Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a permanent appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise.

To work for DMPE, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, DMPE will coordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre-employment checks.

More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Further information

Please contact Amelia Thorn, A/ General Manager People and Culture on 0408 157 572 or via Amelia.THORN@dmpe.wa.gov.au  or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on DMPE achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

How to apply

We ask for you to provide:

A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements:

• Demonstrated employee relations consultancy experience including the interpretation and application of complex employee and industrial relations legislation, instructions, instruments, policy, procedure and standards.
• Demonstrated written communication skills and experience writing briefing notes, memos and letters with an attention to detail based on the intended audience and the circumstance of the matters including the ability to review written work of others.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DMPE. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Shae Taaffe, Recruitment Officer on (08) 6251 1917 or email Recruitment@dmpe.wa.gov.au.

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, before attaching your resume and covering letter.

This role is identified as having a higher likelihood of exposure to potentially traumatic events or information. This is any distressing experience or situation in which an individual’s physical or psychological wellbeing may be impacted. This could involve interacting with affected, distressed and/or aggressive people, and exposure to objectionable material such as records containing potentially traumatic content.

The department has specific Potentially Traumatic Event Response Support processes and training available for this role. If you have any questions or would like further clarification about the nature of this position and the supports available, please contact Amelia Thorn, A/ General Manager People and Culture on 0408 157 572.

Supporting Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.  That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.  Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.

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.                         

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au

CLOSING DATE: 4.00PM on Tuesday, 10 February 2026 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications 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.