EPA Services Principal Environmental Officer Pool

Overview

Position Title: EPA Services Principal Environmental Officer Pool

Agency: Department of Water and Environmental Regulation

Location: Joondalup

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Position No: Pool Ref 0925C

Closing Date: 4pm 6 October 2025 (Australian Western Standard Time)

This pool will operate for a period of 12 months with vacancies being offered at part or full time on a permanent or fixed term contract basis with the possibility of extension or permanency. Pool applicants do not hold a right of review against appointment decisions made from the pool.

Role and Responsibilities

As Principal Environmental Officer, you’ll play a central role in assessing state-significant development proposals, providing expert scientific advice, and shaping environmental outcomes that matter. This is a unique opportunity to influence policy, guide strategic planning, and represent the department on key scientific and intergovernmental committees. You’ll also mentor and support a team of Environmental Officers, helping them navigate challenging assessments and build their capabilities. You’ll work with senior leadership to tackle urgent and contentious issues, lead improvement initiatives, and ensure assessments are robust, timely, and aligned with legislative frameworks.

Two opportunities are currently available within our Environmental Protection Authority Services (EPAS) directorate — one in Mining and Industrial South, and another in Iron Ore Assessments.

About the Organization

We are a future-focused organisation working at the intersection of science, policy, and community. We are guided by good science, cultural knowledge, and a values-based culture. We value flexible work arrangements, equity, and diversity, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.

We recognise the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth in our workforce.

For more information about the opportunity, contact Annarie Boer during business hours at 08 6364 6415 or annarie.boer@dwer.wa.gov.au.

How to Apply

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the “Apply for Job” button and provide the following in Word or PDF format:

- A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity;
- A two-page cover letter outlining key responsibilities and achievements in the context of the work-related requirements in the attached JDF;
- Two referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager);
- A copy of your Bachelor of Science qualification (degree and transcript) in an environmental-related field

Eligibility and Requirements

- To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
- DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.
- Applicants with qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor of Science may be asked to confirm equivalency from the issuing university. Overseas qualifications require a valid assessment from the Overseas Qualification Unit (OQU). For more information visit migration.wa.gov.au.

Note: For technical difficulties applying online or information about the application process, contact recruitment at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or call (08) 6364 7800 (email not for submission of applications).

Access and Support

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to assist accessibility for people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. Contact options include SMS relay and other services listed on the website. If you have access needs requiring adjustment, please contact us at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or (08) 6364 7800.

CLOSING DATE: 4pm 6 October 2025

(Australian Western Standard Time)

Note: Applications submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.

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