Senior Environmental Officer

Job Description

SC Level 3 $124,241 - $136,981 pa (PSCSAA 2024) Permanent - Full Time East Perth 2025-02-11 4:00 PM (MIS21154) Permanent Appointment We understand balance is important, we offer flexible work options, challenging and rewarding work and a supportive environment respecting you and your perspectives. Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, working at home, 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! We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling the next big discovery in the mining sector, protecting workers’ health and safety, transforming energy supply and emissions, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, DEMIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations. The role As the Senior Environment Officer, you will form part of a dynamic team responsible for assessing strategic resource projects of State significant to achieve the Department’s timeframes for assessments of resource projects, providing high level specialist and technical advice and monitoring industry performance, compliance, including inspections and providing advice internally and externally on State significant projects including State Agreements. Additionally, this role is also responsible for preparing reports, documents, correspondence and decisions in relation to assessment of complex applications, carrying out the duties of an inspector and undertaking and managing inspections, compliance assessments, investigations of resource projects to monitor for compliance with legislative requirements of the industry, mentoring and coaching staff members, preparing technical advice and assisting in drafting guidance for industry and other stakeholders, and participating in divisional training programs relevant to the position. 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. 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. How to apply We ask for you to provide a detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points: Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management Degree or an approved equivalent scientific degree appropriate for the role/responsibilities described in this Job Description Form. Significant knowledge and field experience in environmental management practices including the assessment of environmental aspects and risks associated with mining and/or petroleum development activities. Significant demonstrated experience in preparing reports on complex environmental assessments, investigations and/or analytical research. 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. 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, youth and people of diverse sexualities. 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 here. Reasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate. CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Tuesday, 11 February 2025 (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. Senior Environmental Officer (MIS21154) #J-18808-Ljbffr