Executive Officer

Fixed term opportunity for up to 12 months with the possibility for extension and/or permanencyA great opportunity for an experienced Executive Officer within WorkSafe based in our Cannington OfficeWould you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements to help support you and get the best results possible for our community? Then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is for you!Here at DEMIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. So, if you’re an innovative and forward-thinking individual who values collaboration and wants to contribute to the next big discovery in the mining sector, protecting our workers’ health and safety, protecting tenants and consumers, transforming energy supply and emissions, whilst rolling out new technology to deliver excellent customer service and achieve success, then DEMIRS is the agency for you.The roleWe are looking for a committed and highly professional Executive Officer to support the WorkSafe Commissioner (Commissioner). This is a unique opportunity for a candidate that has the capacity to proactively solve problems and use their discretion and sharp administrative skills.While providing operational support to the WorkSafe Commissioner, the Executive Officer will also be able to assist key stakeholders and navigate priorities and strategic objectives, delivering sound advice and analysis.Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.Further informationPlease contact Sally North, Acting WorkSafe Commissioner on (08) 6251 2391 or via or visit . You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on .How to applyPlease provide a detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and include in it the information relevant to the following:

• Demonstrated high level experience in an administrative support role at Executive level, including working independently and high degree of autonomy.
• Advanced organisational skills with the ability to weigh up the relative importance and urgency of competing work priorities and meet competing deadlines.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with others and negotiate outcomes on complex matters.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Human Resource Officer on (08) 9222 3129 or email .To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume.Supporting diversity and inclusionDEMIRS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome all to apply, however, preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people of diverse sexualities and youth. This helps us ensure our workforce is diverse, effective and forward thinking, and is supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusionReasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Wednesday, 8 May 2024 (WST)Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online; as 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.We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.