ABOUT THE ROAD SAFETY COMMISSION
The Road Safety Commission exists to make every journey safe for all Western Australians. We unite the system, bringing together government, industry and communities to act as one. We change behaviour with insight, using evidence and data to help change people’s attitudes and behaviours and are powered by the community for the community. This role directly influences community and stakeholder perceptions of the Road Safety Commission through positive and high-quality visual design.
To find out more about, see our Driving Change: Strategy and Action Plans.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Road Safety Commission is seeking a strategic and dynamic leader to deliver innovative communication and marketing plans, strategies and targeted campaigns to support delivery of road safety priorities that influence positive behaviour change on WA Roads.
THE ROLE
Leading a small team and supporting the Education and Behaviour Change Unit, the Manager Marketing oversees the development and delivery of behaviour change campaigns, social media and online content and mentors the marketing team to develop its capability, skills and experience
This position is available as of 1 July 2026 for 6 months with possible extension.
WHAT WE OFFER
In return for your skills and commitment we offer an excellent range of benefits.
Pay and Leave
- Employer contribution of 12% superannuation in addition to your salary.
- 20 days of annual leave (pro rata for part time).
- Annual leave loading payment in December of each year.
- 13 weeks (pro rata) paid long service leave for every seven years of consecutive service.
- 15 days personal leave each year (pro rata for part time).
- 3 days public service holiday.
- 14 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
Flexible work options
- A range of flexible work options including working from home and purchase of additional annual leave.
Health and well-being
- Social Club activities.
- Free flu vaccinations annually.
- Subsidies for eyesight testing and glasses.
- Access to free Chaplaincy and Psychological services.
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit:
- A comprehensive and up to date Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details of two (2) referees who can comment on your ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work Related Requirements. Applicants should nominate at least one immediate supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.
- A covering letter (2 pages maximum) addressing the following work related requirements. Please provide examples to support your claims.
A. Strategic and digital communication skills - Developing and implementing innovative multi-media behaviour change campaigns and strategies.
B. Leadership skills with the ability to deliver quality outcomes and build team capability and skills - Managing and leading teams to deliver quality outcomes. Providing guidance to staff and influencing people in the achievement of objectives. Identifying learning opportunities for others and empowering them by delegating tasks. Building team capability and skills.
C. Analytical, Conceptual and Research Skills - Recognising the links between interconnected issues and provide advice to mitigate problems. Keeping self and others well informed on work issues and thinking laterally to identify and implement improved work practices. Utilising research, analytical and problem-solving skills to develop evidence-based recommendations to complex problems.
3. The attached Integrity Consent Form (Not required for current WA Police Force employees)
Candidates must also read the attached contextual information (Supplementary Information – Manager Marketing) regarding conditions of employment including security clearance, integrity checking requirements and the WA Police Force Drug and Alcohol policy.
During the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. If you have any access or communication needs to allow you to better participate in this process, please contact our Police Staff Selection and Deployment Manager Matt Davis on telephone (08) 6229 5723 or via email at matt.davis@police.wa.gov.au
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To apply online, you must have a valid email address and be ready to attach your comprehensive electronic resume, integrity check form (if required) and any additional attachments as requested in the “APPLICATION PROCESS” section of the advertisement. Please select the “APPLY FOR JOB” button at the top/bottom of this advertisement.
Should you encounter any problems lodging your online application please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on (08) 6229 5772 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday), prior to the specified closing time.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
Please contact Simone Steele, Director Education and Behaviour Change – 0476 889 987 or Jo Hynes, Manager Marketing – 0412 027 383
EMAILED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
