(21/9/2025) Principal Project Officer

6 days ago


Perth, Australia VenuesWest Full time

Overview

Position Title: Principal Project Officer

Salary: Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 per annum (PSCSA 2024) + superannuation

Location: Perth

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

Closing Date: 2025-10-03 4:00 PM

Agency: Department of Treasury and Finance

Division/Unit: Advisory -> Data Science and Special Projects; Branch: Advisory Services

Position Number: 00033397

Find out more about Treasury and Finance and this opportunity on our careers page.

Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?

We want to hear from you.

About us

The Department of Treasury and Finance is at the centre of Government decision-making. As the principal economic and financial advisor, we provide leadership and strategic advice and influence to support the delivery of services and outcomes for the benefit of Western Australia. We lead procurement and leverage our buying power to secure products and services for government, achieve value for money, collect revenue to fund government services and administer grants and subsidies to the WA community.

The work area

This role sits within the Digital Transformation Unit which is part of the Data Science and Special Projects Directorate. The Digital Transformation Unit provides advice on digital investment and transformation across Government.

The opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing team working on high-impact projects at various stages, from problem definition through to delivery. The role allows for a motivated individual to develop strong networks within DTF and across Government and provide exposure to a wide range of policy matters to fast-track your public sector career.

In this team, you will:

- lead DTF’s input into assessment and assurance activities in relation to significant ICT projects, and input into relevant whole-of-government ICT policy matters; and
- work collaboratively with stakeholders across Government, including Senior Executives, to negotiate the sharing of information, influence the shaping of deliverables, and respond to emerging risks and issues.

There is one Level 7 permanent full-time position available for filling within the Digital Transformation Unit.

How to apply

- Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and the Capability Framework attached.
- Click the ‘Apply for Job’ link at the bottom of this page or at wa.gov.au.
- Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):
- a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;
- a maximum two-page written cover letter addressing the Essential Role-Specific Requirements (ERSR) 1 and 2, highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
- provide the name and contact details of two referees, with one being your current line Manager or Supervisor.

Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact recruitment@dtf.wa.gov.au .

Additional information

This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term vacancies that may arise within Treasury and Finance across the WA public sector within the next 12 months. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury and Finance, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.

Closing Date: 2025-10-03 4:00 PM

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