Join Us in Shaping Western Australia's Future
At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we’re not just hiring, we’re building the future. As Western Australia embarks on a bold agenda to remain the strongest economy in the nation, we play a critical role in delivering on government priorities: supporting sustainable development across the state, enabling renewable energy, protecting our environment, and securing our water future.
We are an influential and future-focused organisation, working at the intersection of science, policy, and community. We’re guided by good science, cultural knowledge, and a values-based culture that reflects who we are and how we go about our work.
If you're driven to make a real impact, whether it's supporting industry transformation, driving innovation in environmental regulation, enabling clean energy, or restoring waterways we invite you to bring your talent, your ideas, and your commitment to a team that’s delivering for today and planning for tomorrow.
Be part of something bigger. Be part of DWER.
We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a difference
Find out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au
This is a Full Time Permanent opportunity:
Environmental Officer.
Join the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) as an Environmental Officer and contribute to the development and implementation of environmental policies and procedures that support the Environmental Protection Authority’s assessment processes. In this role, you’ll review scientific studies and technical documents, assist with policy and procedures development, and work closely with technical experts, senior officers and multidisciplinary project teams. Your work will help ensure sound, evidence‑based environmental decision‑making across a range of projects and initiatives.
You will also build productive relationships across government and with external stakeholders, supporting effective service delivery and contributing to continuous improvement of systems and processes. The position provides opportunities to develop your project management skills, support strategic initiatives and participate in work that strengthens environmental assessment, approvals and regulatory outcomes. This role is well suited to someone with an interest in environmental science, policy development and collaborative problem‑solving.
In this role, you will:
- Contribute to the development, review and implementation of environmental policies, procedures, guidelines and strategies through research, analysis and collaboration under supervision.
- Review and interpret scientific studies and technical documents to inform the review and development of policy and procedures work to support the environmental impact assessment process.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships across government and with external stakeholders to support informed advice, collaboration and service delivery.
- Provide policy and project support within multidisciplinary teams to strengthen environmental assessments, regulatory outcomes and strategic initiatives.
- Demonstrate DWER’s Leadership Expectations as a Personal Leader by modelling behaviour aligned with the department’s values and contributing to a positive, accountable workplace culture.
At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we are committed to fostering a modern workplace that supports flexibility, collaboration, and wellbeing.
Our flexible work arrangements include options for alternative work locations and adaptable schedules, designed to accommodate a variety of professional and personal needs.
We recognise that effective work can happen in different settings, and our approach reflects this, enabling staff to contribute meaningfully while maintaining balance and resilience.
We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.
Join us and be part of a department that values innovation, inclusivity, and the evolving nature of work.
For further information about the opportunity, we encourage you to contact Tim Moran on 6364 6429 or via email tim.moran@dwer.wa.gov.au during business hours
How to apply
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:
- A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity;
- A two (2) page cover letter outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in context of the work related requirements.
- Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)
Please Note:
- To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
- DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.
Applicants who consider their degree is equivalent to a Bachelor of Science may be asked to confirm and evidence equivalency from the issuing university. Applicants with an overseas qualification must submit a valid assessment from the Overseas Qualification Unit (OQU). For more information visit migration.wa.gov.au
For technical difficulties while applying online or information about the application process, please contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 7800 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications.
Access Needs
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
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 recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 7800.
This pool will operate for a period of 6 Months with vacancies being offered at part or full time on a permanent or fixed term contract basis with the possibility of extension or permanency. Pool applicants do not hold a right of review against appointment decisions made from the pool.
CLOSING DATE: 30 April 2026 4pm (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
