Senior Project Officer

Department of the Premier and Cabinet; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet in Western Australia is seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead the development, implementation and monitoring of business development initiatives that grow defence industry under the Defence and Defence Industry Strategy. Eligibility requires Australian citizenship or permanent resident status.

Applicants must address Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Qualifications

• Eligibility: Australian citizenship or permanent resident status at time of applying.
• Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) detailed in the attached JDF.

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and monitoring business development initiatives that grow and support defence industry under the WA Defence and Defence Industry Strategy.

Job description

There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling

About Us

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website . The Office of Defence Industries – through Defence West – works to maximise opportunities from Defence for the defence industry in Western Australia, as well as oversees the administration of the ANZAC Day Trust. It is focused on growing the State’s defence industry by attracting investment, fostering defence science and innovation, creating local jobs, supporting veterans and their families, and preparing the sector to support the national defence endeavour.

About the Role

The Senior Project Officer is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring business development initiatives that grow and support defence industry, in accordance with the Western Australian Defence and Defence Industry Strategy.

Applicants are required to submit:

• A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements;
• A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than 3 pages

Permanent appointment:

• To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia at the time of applying.

For further information , please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Peta Arbuckle, Executive Director on 0467 929 082 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).

Equity and Diversity

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply .

Suitable applicants will be required to provide:

• Proof of identity 100-point check.
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.

Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Monday 12 October 2026