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
On 22 July 2028, the Kimberley region will host a once-in-a-lifetime astrological event - a total solar eclipse lasting up to 5 minutes and 10 seconds. The Kimberley’s unique landscape, clearest skies and longest periods of totality is expected to draw a large number of visitors domestically and from across the world.
Keeping visitors and locals safe, ensuring access to essential goods and services and securing economic legacy from the eclipse experience in this remote part of Western Australia, are key priorities. DPIRD, together with the Kimberley Development Commission, are standing up a dedicated Program Management Office (PMO) to plan and deliver a program of works in preparation.
We have the following five (5) full-time fixed term positions, ranging from overall leadership, program and project management to essential project support, available for immediate filling:
- One (1) Director, Level 8 for 2 years*
- One (1) Program Manager, Level 7 for up to 3 years (but no longer than 30 June 2029)
- Two (2) Project Managers, Level 6 for 2 years*
- One (1) Project Officer, Level 4 for 2 years*
*Positions for two (2) years may have the possibility of up to a two-to-three-month extension.
Areas of work include delivering funding for critical infrastructure, health, safety and emergency management coordination, stakeholder and community engagement, event management, communications and supporting the PMO’s coordination of this multi-agency initiative.
There may be flexibility to work from home in accordance with the department’s policy and business needs.
Please refer to the job description forms (JDFs) attached for comprehensive information and special requirements of each position.
About You
You will need:
- Exceptional communication skills, able to work on complex, cross agency projects with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strategic planning skills, able to deal with competing demands, and identify and mitigate risk to achieve positive outcomes.
- An eye for detail, be highly organised and a team player.
- An understanding of government processes such as governance, compliance and probity.
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 and no longer than (4) pages.
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the Work Related Requirement/s outlined in JDF for the position(s) applying for.
As there are multiple levels being advertised, please clearly state which position/s you are applying for in your cover letter. You may apply for multiple levels in the same application.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information.
We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Susan Corbisiero, Director, Strategic Programs, on 0468 571 800 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in 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 process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of eighteen(18) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
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.
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)
