Aboriginal Employment Program

Do you have good administrative support experience who wants to start a career within the resource industry?

DMIRS is seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. These positions are part of the Aboriginal Employment Program (AEP), which is a diversity initiative to achieve equality and increase workforce representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Therefore, pursuant to Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered for these roles (refer to Section 51 – Fact Sheet).

What is the Aboriginal Employment Program (AEP)?  

The AEP is a diversity and inclusion initiative that sits within the department’s Aboriginal Employment Strategy and the Diversity and Inclusion Plan.  It is a 12-month program which provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people employment and career development opportunities.  The program commences in February 2023.

Benefits of the AEP program include:

• Permanent employment upon successful completion of the 12-month program;
• Professional learning and development and on the job learning;
• Support and guidance from an Aboriginal Strategy Coordinator, sponsor, mentor and Aboriginal staff network;
• Office location close to public transport;
• Paid cultural leave; and
• Great work/life balance through flexible working arrangements.

Want to know more about AEP?

Come to our AEP Open Day on Thursday, 17 November 2022 from 10am to 1pm at 1 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth. You will be provided with an insight into the role of the Department in the WA Community and the available positions. Attendees will also get to hear from current Aboriginal employees about their experiences and journey with DMIRS.

For further information regarding the program and employment conditions, please visit our website or contact Shem Garlett, Aboriginal Strategy Coordinator on (08) 9222 3811 or shem.garlett@dmirs.wa.gov.au.

What you will be doing?

This position is within the Resource Tenure Division, which is responsible for administering the granting of tenure for resource exploration and production and facilitates access to land for resource activities.

Working as an Assistant Project Officer, you will provide administrative support to Project Officers to help monitor and facilitate negotiations between stakeholders to achieve agreements to issue valid titles for mining activities. You will also receive and process applications for mining tenements, dealings and other applications under the Mining Act 1978 and other Acts relating to mineral tenure.

We are currently looking for a customer focussed individual who has experience in the provision of administrative and clerical support to ensure tasks are completed within the given timeframe. In addition, your ability to understand and apply legislation and work well independently as well as in a team, is also essential for this role.

Where will you work?

This position is located in East Perth, accessible by public transport and near to reasonably priced City of Perth parking. Whether it’s enjoying the tranquil Queens Gardens or the riverside foreshore, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You will also enjoy onsite lifestyle facilities, including bike lockers, fully equipped change rooms and personal lockers.  The DMIRS gym is located across the road at 1 Adelaide Terrace and membership is very affordable.

Speaking to hiring manager

Contact Isabel McCagh, Team Leader on (08) 9222 3360 to learn more about the role and ask questions which will help you tailor your application.

What are we looking for?

To be shortlisted for interview, you are required to submit the following two application documents;

1. A maximum two (2) page covering letter using examples to address the requirements outlined below,
   • Experience in the provision of administrative and clerical support together with experience in providing a client/customer service.
   • Proven organisational and time management skills including the demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
   • Ability to understand and apply relevant legislation.
2. A current resume including the names of two (2) referees, with a current line manager preferred.

Ready to join our team?

Click ‘Apply for job’ below, complete the online application for submission.

Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required prior to any employment offer. If you need assistance with this, please contact Shem Garlett, Aboriginal Strategy Coordinator on (08) 9222 3811.

Need some help with how to apply?

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We have prepared an Applicant pack which is attached below, step by step the pack tells you how to go about preparing your resume and cover letter. You can also contact Jacqueline Gao, Human Resources Officer on (08) 9222 3632 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@dmirs.wa.gov.au for information about employment conditions and the application process. 

All requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks listed on the attached JDF will be assessed as part of the selection process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies for appointment (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) throughout the department for the next twelve (12) months.

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CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Monday, 28 November 2022 (WST)

Your application submission must be complete by the closing time, applications that are in progress or submitted after this time will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.