Inspector of Mines

Inspector of Mines - Mental Health and Wellbeing

(MP160001)

Permanent Appointment

Make a real impact on mental health in WA's mining industry.

Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, working at home, in the field or in the office to help support you and get the best results possible for our community? Then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is for you

We value diversity and appreciate every individual's perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling the next big discovery in the mining sector, protecting workers' health and safety, transforming energy supply and emissions, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, DEMIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.

The role

As an Inspector of Mines – Mental Health and Wellbeing, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing psychosocial management across the mining sector by enforcing mines safety legislation and leading inspections and audits with a specific focus on psychosocial hazards.

You will provide specialist technical advice on how PCBU's are managing the identification, assessment, and controls of psychosocial risks in mining workplaces.

Your insights will guide executive leadership, contribute to strategic policy formulation, and support interdepartmental collaboration to advance psychosocial initiatives in the mining industry.

Drawing on your in-depth knowledge of psychosocial risk management, you will lead and support investigations into workplace incidents, including those related to psychosocial hazards and workplace behaviour complaints. Your work will help inform regulatory responses and contribute to systemic improvements across the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enforce relevant mine safety legislation through audits and inspections with a psychosocial focus.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents involving psychosocial harm.
• Contribute to the development of regulatory policies, guidelines, and strategic plans.
• Monitor and report on industry performance in managing psychosocial hazards.
• Participate in and lead proactive education and awareness campaigns to support mental health in mining.
• Represent the department in high-level forums and inter-agency working groups.

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.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.

Further information

Please contact Narelle McMahon, Regional Inspector of Mines on ***or via *************** or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

How to apply

We ask for you to provide a detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements:

• Experience and knowledge, preferable within the resources sector or an industry with similar workforce issues, in an Australian or International context and extensive knowledge of factors contributing to the mental health of workers.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in complex investigations and managing emerging issues.
• Proven leadership in developing motivated and cohesive work teams to achieve cultural change.

Please note that a Bachelor of Psychology with eligibility for registration Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is required for this role.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Recruitment Officer on ***or email ***************

To submit your application, click on the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.

This role is identified as having a higher likelihood of exposure to potentially traumatic events. This is any distressing experience or situation in which an individual's physical or psychological wellbeing may be threatened. This could involve attending or investigating safety incidents or fatalities, interacting with affected, distressed and/or aggressive people, and exposure to objectionable material such as records containing potentially traumatic content.

The department has specific Potentially Traumatic Event Response Support processes and training available for this role. If you have any questions or would like further clarification about the nature of this position and the supports available, please contact Narelle McMahon, Regional Inspector of Mines on ***.

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 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 –
• Speak & Listen –
• SMS relay – ***

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 ***************

CLOSING DATE: 4.00pm on Thursday, 5 June 2025 (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.

Attachments
- Applicant Information
- Job Description Form

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