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.
What We Are Looking For:
Across all roles, we are seeking individuals who:
- Enjoy working collaboratively and proactively across teams and organisations
- Are comfortable operating in dynamic, evolving environments
- Have strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Are motivated to contribute to regional and agricultural resilience
- Desirable is experience in Government program delivery, grants or partnership-based initiatives, and reporting, evaluation or compliance processes however you may have transferrable skills from working in a range of different sectors or industries
For Level 7 and Level 6 roles:
- Experience with Commonwealth reporting and funding frameworks will be highly regarded however you may have transferrable skills from working in a range of different sectors or industries
About the opportunity
Help shape how Western Australia prepares for drought
DPIRD is building a dedicated team within its Climate Resilience Program to deliver a suite of nationally significant drought resilience initiatives under the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund (FDF) Program, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).
These programs sit at the intersection of agriculture, climate adaptation, and regional development, supporting farmers, industries and communities to anticipate and respond to a changing climate. This is an opportunity to be part of a connected, purpose-driven team working across government, industry and regional Western Australia (WA) to deliver real, lasting impact.
We are recruiting across multiple levels to support delivery of two major program streams:
Regional Drought Resilience Planning (RDRP)
Involves working with regional partnerships to:
- Develop locally-led drought resilience plans
- Identify priorities and actions to prepare for future drought conditions
Farm Business Resilience (FBR)
Involves supporting farmers and land managers to:
- Strengthen business capability
- Improve decision-making and risk management
- Build long-term resilience to climate variability
While the roles differ in scope, all contribute to a shared goal: Building stronger, more resilient regional communities across WA.
We have the following fixed term, full time roles (part time may be considered) available for immediate filling with the possibility of extension and/or permanency:
- One (1) Level 7 Program Manager – until 31 December 2029
- Two (2) Level 6 Senior Project Officers – until 30 June 2029
- One (1) Level 5 Project Officer – until 30 June 2029
- Two (2) Level 4 Project Officer – until 30 June 2029
These roles are Perth metro based however working from other DPIRD locations across WA may be considered.
For further information and special requirements for each of the roles, please see the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs), along with the attached Future Drought Funds Program Information Kit.
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. Please ensure you make reference to the information outlined in the JDFs, the Future Drought Funds Program Information Kit and information contained in this advertisement.
Please note you do not have to address the work-related requirements at this stage. These will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
For an overview of the department’s values, view the attached DPIRD Applicant Information Kit.
- You may indicate your preferred role in your application, but the selection panel will determine which role you are most suited for.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Kerrine Blenkinsop, Program Lead, Climate Resilience Program on 0418 901 979 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 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).
