Project Officer Talent Pool

Department of Water and Environmental Regulation; City Of Joondalup; Hybrid; AUD 105,167 - 114,937; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Supportive and inclusive workplace

Job summary

A government agency in Australia is seeking a Project Officer to join their Nature Planning Branch. This full-time role entails coordinating projects that support sustainable development in WA, engaging with stakeholders, and conducting research. Ideal candidates will have project management experience and strong analytical skills. Flexible work arrangements are available to support a diverse workforce. Apply before the closing date on 18 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and coordination.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities that support sustainable development.
• Undertake research on legislation, policy, and spatial data.
• Prepare briefing notes and reports for government decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Research and analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

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Department of Water and Environmental Regulation provided pay range

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Base pay range

A$105,167.00/yr - A$114,937.00/yr

The Department is looking to establish a pool of talented Project Officer’s to fill both an immediate fixed-term opportunity until 30 June 2027 and other upcoming vacancies!

Want to grow your career in environmental planning? The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) is seeking a Project Officer to join our Nature Planning Branch and help deliver projects that support sustainable development across WA.

In this role, you’ll help deliver priority projects that inform government decision-making and promote sustainable development. You’ll coordinate project activities, undertake research on legislation, policy, and spatial data, prepare briefing notes and reports, and liaise with other agencies to achieve shared outcomes. Working closely with senior staff, technical experts, and stakeholders, you’ll capture complex issues, negotiate solutions, and ensure collaborative results.

We welcome applications from experienced professionals across government and non-government sectors who want to contribute to shaping WA’s sustainable future.

At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we are committed to fostering a modern workplace that supports flexibility, collaboration, and wellbeing.

Our flexible work arrangements include options for alternative work locations and adaptable schedules, designed to accommodate a variety of professional and personal needs. We recognise that effective work can happen in different settings, and our approach reflects this, enabling staff to contribute meaningfully while maintaining balance and resilience.

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.

Join us and be part of a department that values innovation, inclusivity, and the evolving nature of work.

For further information about the opportunity, we encourage you to contact Linda Abdo on 6364 7268 or via email [e-mail] during business hours.

We would love you to see some of the exciting work and opportunities available at DWER. Find out more about us by clicking on our LinkedIn link –

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Want to know more about this role? Click the Apply link to be directed to the Jobs WA website for further information and application submission.

CLOSING DATE: 4.00pm on 18 January 2026 (Australian Western Standard Time)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, General Business, and Quality Assurance

Industries

• Government Administration, Environmental Services, and Environmental Quality Programs

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