Strategic Projects Team Lead Environmental Regulation

Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration in East Perth is seeking a Team Leader Strategic Projects to guide environmental assessment and compliance for WA’s mining sector. You will lead a team of specialists, provide expert regulatory advice and shape outcomes that balance development with environmental protection.

This permanent, hybrid role offers high visibility, a collaborative public-service culture, and opportunities to influence policy while enjoying work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Strong experience in environmental management and regulation.
• Demonstrated leadership capability and experience developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental assessment and compliance outcomes for mining projects.
• Guide a team of specialists and provide expert regulatory advice.
• Shape regulatory outcomes across Western Australia’s resources sector.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Regulatory expertise

Education

Environmental Science or related discipline

Job description

The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration in East Perth is seeking a Team Leader Strategic Projects to guide environmental assessment and compliance for WA’s mining sector. You will lead a team of specialists, provide expert regulatory advice and shape outcomes that balance development with environmental protection.

This permanent, hybrid role offers high visibility, a collaborative public-service culture, and opportunities to influence policy while enjoying work-life balance.