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SalaryIf you have experience in electrical inspections on mine sites, we are looking for you!
WorkSafe Mines Safety is seeking an electrically skilled and safety-oriented individuals to contribute to the well-being of all mine workers in Western Australia.
We are looking to fill two positions based in our East Perth and Kalgoorlie offices.
Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including work arrangements that prioritize life-work balance, allowing you to spend meaningful time with your family and friends, in the field or in the office 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 role
This role focuses on improving the safety of all mine workers within Western Australia, through education, information, and enforcement activities. You will be working in, learning from, and contributing to the positive culture of the Mines Safety team. These roles fit within the wider department of over 40 inspectors across multiple disciplines.
The roles are based in our East Perth offices and the Kalgoorlie office, with regular scheduled inspections in the North and East mining regions of the state.
In this role you will:
- Travel across Western Australia with other inspectors to educate and inform mining operations of workplace safety best practice. You will do this by performing inspections with a focus on electrical activities.
- Investigating mining workplace incidents with a goal to prevent recurrence.
- Communicate regularly with the wider community in response to enquiries and workplace complaints.
- Continually learn and improve your safety mind set through the adult learning principals of experience, exposure, and training. This will not be limited to your electrical discipline.
- Participate in professional associations, contribute to WorkSafe published information, and develop a network of professionals and subject matter experts within the government and non-government sectors to improve electrical safety in the workplace
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.
Your office will be based in East Perth or in Kalgoorlie.
Kalgoorlie is one of the major cities in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia. The Kalgoorlie Central Business District is currently undergoing major transformation, making it a more vibrant, economically strong and diverse centre. It offers an array of events, a multicultural community and a lifestyle that benefits from a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep. For further information, visit the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder website –
Further information
Please contact Sam Dib-Milston Team Leader - Inspector of Mines on (08) 9358 8078 or via sam.dib-milston@dmirs.wa.gov.au or visit . You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on .
How to apply
In your application, you will provide a detailed resume outlining your work history, education and professional development and a cover letter answering the following questions:
- Based on your experience what are, in your opinion, the biggest opportunities for improvement in workplace safety across the mining industry?
- Can you please provide an example of when you have demonstrated ability to listen, understand and adapt to communication style and method to suit a range of audiences?
You are also required to hold a current Western Australian C class driver’s licence or equivalent for this role.
We encourage you to carefully consider these points and tailor your covering letter to address them effectively. This will provide us with a comprehensive understanding of your qualifications, skills, and suitability for the position.
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 and covering letter.
This role is identified as having a higher likelihood of exposure to potentially traumatic events. This is any distressing experience or situation in which an individual’s physical or psychological wellbeing may be threatened. This could involve attending or investigating safety incidents or fatalities, interacting with affected, distressed and/or aggressive people, and exposure to objectionable material such as records containing potentially traumatic content.
The department has specific Potentially Traumatic Event Response Support processes and training available for this role. If you have any questions or would like further clarification about the nature of this position and the supports available, please contact am Dib-Milston Team Leader - Inspector of Mines on (08) 9358 8078.
Supporting diversity and inclusion
DEMIRS 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 inclusion
Reasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Thursday, 4 April 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.
