The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment. To learn more about our department, our team and the work we do, please visit our website.
About the opportunity
There are currently four (4) permanent – full time positions available for immediate filling.
We are seeking experienced, forward‑thinking, and impact‑driven finance professionals to join our team as Senior Finance Business Partners. This is a role for someone who thrives on complexity, embraces challenge, and is motivated by the opportunity to shape meaningful change across a large and diverse organisation.
As a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will deliver high‑quality budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting that drive informed decision‑making and organisational performance. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the Department’s financial strategy, contributing to the annual budget estimates cycle, financial performance reporting, and external funding management.
This role is for someone who leans in, not someone who waits to be asked. We are seeking Senior Finance Business Partners who are proactive, curious and confident in using their initiative to add value. You will help shape better financial outcomes by championing innovation, driving continuous improvement and introducing fresh, practical ideas that strengthen our financial processes, systems and stakeholder relationships. We are looking for individuals who are engaged, solutions‑focused and ready to play an active role in supporting business areas, bringing new perspectives, improving how we work and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement across the Department.
Acting as a trusted advisor, you will provide proactive insights on financial performance, risks, and opportunities, ensuring accountability, transparency, and alignment with departmental goals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on financial governance, resource management, and the delivery of government priorities across Western Australia.
Why DPIRD?
Joining DPIRD means contributing to work that matters. Some of the benefits include:
- The opportunity to deliver on Government priorities
- Exposure to complex, multi‑funding streams and diverse financial environments.
- Four weeks annual leave, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Three Public Service holidays each year.
- Long service leave accruing every seven years.
- A central office location with direct underground train access.
- Corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers.
- Flexible working arrangements, including up to two days WFH per week. For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:
- A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Shauna McPhillips, Principal Finance Business Partnering, on 0476 336 183 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in the first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.
This pool will be valid for a period of twelve (12) months following finalisation of the process and may be used to fill other same/similar permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies with the possibility of extension or permanency at locations listed in this advert. Please note, being appointed to the pool does not guarantee you a placement to a position.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
