Salary:
Level 4, $95,782 – $100,526 pa PS CSA A 2024
Position No:
Pool Ref 0825A
Work Type:
Fixed Term – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Permanent – Part Time
Location:
Bunbury
Closing Date:
2025-09-05 4:00 PM
Attachments:
– Applicant Information Pack – 2025.pdf
– Pool Ref 0825A – NRMO – Licensing – L4.pdf
Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and making a real impact on natural resource management in Western Australia?
As Western Australia’s primary water and environmental regulator, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has a responsibility to be an influential and future-focused organisation. Our vision is for a low-carbon Western Australia with a healthy environment and secure water resources for future generations.
The department holds itself accountable to being fair, efficient and effective. We respect First Nations people’s people knowledge and cultural advice. As a forward-looking department we are guided by good science and embrace new technologies and practices. We value and engage with our stakeholders and we strive to be transparent in all we do and to build trusted relationships.
Our values-based culture reflects who we are and hoaw we go about business. We would love you to see some of the exciting work and opportunities available at 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
The Opportunity:
The department is looking to establish a pool of suitable, qualified and experienced individuals to fill current and future Natural Resource Management Officer vacancies in our regionally based South West Licensing team in Bunbury.
We currently have one (1) permanent position available immediately.
As a Natural Resource Management Officer you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Water Resource Licensing program in Western Australia’s South West Region. As part of a collaborative licensing team, you will work closely with the Senior Natural Resource Management Officer and Program Manager to drive departmental outcomes and manage key projects.
This role offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of stakeholder including government agencies, mining companies, consultants, Traditional Owners, irrigation operators, and community group to deliver sustainable and effective water licensing solutions. If you are looking to contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes in a dynamic and supportive team environment, this is the role for you.
As a department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. 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.
For further information about the opportunity we encourage you to contact Kym Pennefather on (08) 9726 4189 or via email at kym.pennefather@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.
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
- SMS relay – 0423 677 767
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 twelve (12) 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: 4pm Friday, 5 September 2025 (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
