The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:

Contribute - give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.

Develop - grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.

Thrive - find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.

As a member of DMPE, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations. We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.

The Role

As the Policy Officer, you will join a dynamic team who manages the Abandoned Mines Team and the Exploration Incentive Scheme. In this role you will contribute to the development and coordination of mining and petroleum policy advice and initiatives with a focus on ensuring security of access to the State's mineral and energy resources is maintained and enabled.

Your key responsibilities include:

Contributing to the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of policy, legislation and guidance material relevant to the mining and petroleum industry. Providing professional and technical advice on plumbing services

Conducting research and analysis on current and emerging issues and provides strategic advice to support policy development and decision-making.

Communicating policy and project information clearly and appropriately to a range of audiences, both verbally and in writing.

Preparing Ministerial correspondence, reports, policy papers, speeches, briefing notes and other departmental correspondence.

Working collaboratively in a team environment, contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture and supporting shared goals.

Benefits working for DMPE

Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)

Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)

20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)

17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave

15 days personal leave per year

13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)

18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)

3 public holidays in lieu per year

5 days reproductive leave per year

10 days disability leave per year

5 days bereavement leave

5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring

Formal training options

Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions

Interested? Click on “Apply” now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.