Tenure Officer

Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Work from home

Training & development

Ongoing support

Job summary

The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration is seeking an organised and detail-focused officer to support the administration of petroleum, geothermal energy and greenhouse gas titles in Western Australia. The role involves processing title applications, transfers and dealings, maintaining registers, preparing recommendations, and responding to stakeholder enquiries.

Eligibility requires Australian citizenship or permanent residency or a visa to live and work in Australia for the fixed

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency or valid Australian work visa.
• Qualifications obtained outside Australia must be assessed by the Overseas Qualifications Unit to meet Australian standards.
• Consent to Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and pre-employment checks will be coordinated and paid by the department.

Responsibilities

• Process title applications, transfers and dealings.
• Maintain statutory registers and databases.
• Prepare recommendation documentation.
• Respond to enquiries from industry stakeholders.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Legislation interpretation

Job description

Fixed term opportunity to 30 June 2028 with the possibility for extension and/or permanency. Play a key role in administering Western Australia’s petroleum, geothermal energy and greenhouse gas titles framework. As a member of the department, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations.

Our people will be provided with a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, working at home, in the field or in the office, training and development opportunities, and ongoing support to enable you to achieve outcomes for our community.

We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.

The Role

We are seeking an organised and detail-focused officer to support the administration of petroleum, geothermal energy and greenhouse gas titles in Western Australia. The role is responsible for processing title applications, transfers and dealings, maintaining statutory registers and databases, preparing recommendation documentation, and responding to enquiries from industry stakeholders. You have strong administrative skills and a keen eye for detail, with the ability to interpret legislation and manage application and registration processes. You can research and analyse information, maintain accurate records, and provide clear and professional advice to stakeholders. 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. 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, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.

Eligibility and Qualifications

To be eligible for fixed term employment you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia or have a valid visa to live and work in Australia for the duration of the fixed term employment at the time of application. Should a qualification be required for this position, applicants must provide their certification and/or academic transcripts to verify relevance to the job requirements. Qualifications obtained outside of Australia must be provided with an assessment from the Overseas Qualifications Unit to ensure they meet Australian Standards (this is a free service). To work for DMPE, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, DMPE will coordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre-employment checks. More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Further information Please contact Jeff Hannan, Team Leader Resource Tenure on [phone] or via [e-mail] or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on DMPE achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

Supporting Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.

Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.

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.

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at [e-mail]

CLOSING DATE: 4.00PM on Monday, 26 October 2026 (WST) Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications 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.