Job opportunity

Drive Change, Connect Communities 

Regional Services is the trusted face of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) across regional WA—adaptable teams who know their communities and deliver responsive, high‑quality customer service.

The Driving Access and Equity Program (DAEP) is a statewide, multifaceted initiative designed to remove the barriers that make it difficult for people in regional and remote WA to get their driver’s licence.

Established to ensure fairer access to the opportunities a licence unlocks such as employment, education and community participation, DAEP partners with local organisations to provide practical support, resources, and culturally appropriate pathways that help people build driving confidence and independence. 

With thousands of participants already assisted, DAEP is transforming lives and strengthening communities.

The Opportunity

Play a key role in improving community outcomes across WA

As the Senior Grants Coordinator, you’ll lead a robust, fit‑for‑purpose grants process that ensures funding is used effectively, transparently and in line with government objectives.

Working as part of a dynamic and innovative team, you’ll shape policies, guide assessments, manage complex funding agreements, and support regional and remote communities through high‑impact grants that drive real social benefits.

There is currently 1 fixed term position available for immediate filling until February 2027, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also contact Katherine Drakeford, Director Driving Access and Equity, on (08) 6551 6054 and/or Katherine.Drakeford@transport.wa.gov.au.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in designing and managing effective, value‑for‑money grant programs.
• Delivers evidence‑based recommendations using strong qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Improves program performance through proactive evaluation and change.
• Builds trusted relationships with team-members, diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Communicates clearly and confidently to influence decisions.

All successful applicants will embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Leading Others.

Our Offer

• Generous and flexible leave options including additional public holidays, annual, long service, parental, carer’s, cultural, and purchased leave.
• No hours go unrewarded – accrue flexitime for work completed beyond the standard 37.5-hour work week.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance.  
• I contributed to that! Your efforts have an obvious impact in the community.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and hands-on experience with instant impact.

Learn more about our commitment to you, here.  

Applying is easy!

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format: 

1. A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the Work Description and Work-Related Requirements on the attached JDF; and
2. A two (2) page statement addressing the below Work-Related Requirements:

• Considerable experience developing and managing grant programs and/or funding programs, including developing streamlined funding and governance policies, to achieve positive social impact for communities and deliver probity and value for money.
• Independently manages and evaluates program performance, identifying the need for improvement and initiating positive change when required.
• Builds and maintains cooperative, productive, and trusted relationships with team members, other teams, stakeholders and clients, including with Aboriginal and culturally and linguistically diverse communities and people, recognising and exploring diverse views.

Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor. 

Applications for this opportunity close at 3pm on Tuesday, 17 February, 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted. 

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of employment (fixed term or permanent) in this or similar roles for a period of twelve (12) months from date of first appointment.

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants. 

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

DTMI is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.