Job opportunity

Drive Change, Connect Communities 

Working for the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) allows you to play a part in connecting the people of Western Australia. We are a progressive organisation.  We are leaders in providing safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services and solutions that promote economic prosperity and enhance the lifestyles of all Western Australians.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about creating an inclusive, supportive and safe workplace?

Join the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) as a Wellbeing consultant and play a key role in strengthening our approach to psychosocial safety, psychological health and employee wellbeing.

In this role, you will help design, deliver and continuously improve wellbeing initiatives and psychosocial risk controls, partnering with leaders and teams across the business. If you're ready to empower managers, support employees, and drive a strong wellbeing culture, this is the opportunity for you!

You’ll provide specialist, evidence-informed advice and support our values driven culture where wellbeing and safety are everyone’s responsibility.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Kirby Gamble, Manager of Wellbeing on 0484 364 721 and/or kirby.gamble@transport.wa.gov.au. 

Please note that email applications will not be accepted; these contact details are provided solely for inquiries regarding the role.

There is currently 1 permanent position available for an immediate start.

About You

You will bring:

• Strong contemporary psychosocial safety and WHS knowledge, with the ability to develop, implement and evaluate strategies in a large, complex organisation.
• Experience in responding to and managing psychosocial incidents, underpinned by strong WHS assessment and investigation skills, hazard identification, development of effective control measures, and ongoing monitoring.
• Proven experience designing and delivering workplace wellbeing and psychosocial safety programs, including training and capability uplift.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative, consultative approach.
• Strong research and analytical skills to identify trends, assess risk and inform program design.
• Practical knowledge and experience applying the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 and Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations WA 2022 and relevant Codes of Practice.

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.

We believe everyone at the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is a leader, contributing to our impactful work for the sector and community. We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Personal Leadership.

Our Offer

We invite you to Be Part of Something REAL. At the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI), we value real connection, growth, wellbeing, and purpose. We are deeply embedded in our community, fostering an environment where employees feel seen, heard, and empowered. Our modern work environment supports continuous learning and development, making a significant impact on Western Australia's prosperity. We prioritise employee wellbeing and collaborate with the community to create a thriving, connected state. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.  

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

• A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options. 
• Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work location for enhanced work life balance.  
• Not just a job, but an opportunity to develop your career across other areas of transport. 
• Training to set you up for success! Training may be on the job, computer or classroom based. 
• Support from your manager and team, we have a strong team culture and help each other achieve our customer service goals. 
• Bright, modern facility close to transport links with a friendly team environment. 
• Work for an innovative Government agency with limitless long-term career prospects. 
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years. 

How to Apply

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

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only. Your application should include:

1. A detailed CV of up to four (4) pages that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained relevant to the job description (JDF); and

2. A two (2) page statement addressing the following essential criteria as outlined in the JDF:

• (1) Considerable knowledge of contemporary workplace psychosocial safety and WHS practices with the ability to develop, implement and evaluate a range of strategies that support the improvement of psychosocial safety and wellbeing outcomes in a large, complex and multidisciplinary organisation.
• (2) Considerable experience in designing and implementing workplace programs to promote psychosocial safety, workplace wellbeing and safety, including the design and delivery of training and capability-building initiatives.
• (4) Well-developed research, conceptual and analytical skills to identify trends, assess risk and inform the development of strategic programs designed to meet business needs.

3. The CV must contain the complete names and contact information of two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your (the applicant's) capacity to meet all the Essential Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your (the applicant's) immediate (most recent) supervisor/manager.

Applications for this opportunity close at 5pm on Friday 24 April 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted. 

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

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (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.

We recognise that people with disability bring valuable talent, experience and insight to the workplace.  People with disability are an integral part of our diverse and inclusive team. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 66R of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. We encourage people with disability to apply.

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.