Senior Policy and Legislation Officer and Senior Legislation Officer

4 months ago


Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

About the Role

Level 6 Senior Policy and Legislation Officer

In this role you are responsible for the development and drafting of the proposed Consolidated Emergency Services (CES) Act and subsidiary legislation under the guidance of the Manager. The proposed Act will replace the current suite of emergency services Acts and lay a strong and integrated foundation for effective emergency services management for the future.

The role also plans and coordinates all consultation and engagement with stakeholders to ensure proposed legislation and policy positions are supported, cost effective, and meet the desired outcomes.

Level 6 Senior Legislation Officer

Conducts research into complex legal issues. Prepares detailed submissions, reports and recommendations on changes to current legislation and provides instruction during the drafting of changes to legislation and outlines the impact on Department procedures.

Sounds like you and want to know more? Then download the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Lauren Townsend, Project Manager Review of the Emergency Services Act on or by email or Terri Kurtis, Director Legal, Policy and Compliance on or by email .

Employment Conditions and Additional Information

DFES is an emergency services organisation and all employees may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours to assist with emergencies.

Certain periods of the project will require work outside of normal business hours.

Employees in this position may be required to undertake occasional intrastate travel (by air and/or road) to support consultation activities.



  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Senior Policy and Legislation OfficerThe Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a highly skilled Senior Policy and Legislation Officer to join our team. As a key member of our policy and legislation team, you will be responsible for developing and drafting legislation that supports the effective management of emergency...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Senior Policy and Legislation OfficerThe Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a highly skilled Senior Policy and Legislation Officer to join our team. As a key member of our policy and legislation team, you will be responsible for developing and drafting legislation that supports the effective management of emergency...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Senior Policy and Legislation OfficerThis role involves the development and drafting of the proposed Consolidated Emergency Services (CES) Act and subsidiary legislation under the guidance of the Manager. The proposed Act will replace the current suite of emergency services Acts and lay a strong and integrated foundation for effective...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleThis is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to join the Department of Fire and Emergency Services as a Senior Policy and Legislation Officer and Senior Legislation Officer.As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for developing and drafting proposed legislation and policy positions, working closely with stakeholders to ensure...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Senior Policy and Legislation OfficerThe Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a highly skilled Senior Policy and Legislation Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and drafting proposed legislation and policy positions that support effective emergency services management.You will...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Senior Policy and Legislation OfficerThe Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a highly skilled Senior Policy and Legislation Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and drafting proposed legislation, including the Consolidated Emergency Services Act, under the guidance of the...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Senior Policy and Legislation OfficerAs a key member of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, you will be responsible for developing and drafting legislation to support effective emergency services management. This will involve working closely with the Manager to create a strong and integrated foundation for emergency services...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a Senior Policy and Legislation Manager to lead the development and drafting of the proposed Consolidated Emergency Services (CES) Act and subsidiary legislation.As a key member of the team, you will plan and coordinate consultation and engagement with stakeholders to ensure proposed...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleLevel 6 Emergency Services Policy and Legislation OfficerThe Department of Fire and Emergency Services seeks a highly skilled policy and legislation professional to support the development and drafting of the proposed Consolidated Emergency Services Act and subsidiary legislation.This role involves planning and coordinating stakeholder...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Financial Accountant – Reporting is a key position within the Department of Fire and Emergency Services' (DFES) Financial Services branch. This role supports the Senior Financial Accountant in meeting reporting obligations to Government and internal stakeholders, while also contributing to the development of financial policies and...


  • Cockburn Central, Western Australia Cockburn Full time

    About the RoleThe City of Cockburn is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Property Officer to join our Property Services Team. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for the management of the Naval Base Shacks leases and onsite amenities.Key ResponsibilitiesManage lease documentation and monitor compliance and obligations of Shack...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Financial Accountant – Reporting is a newly created position within the Department of Fire and Emergency Services to support senior financial accounting responsibilities.This role actively participates in the development of financial policies and procedures, provides line management responsibility to the Revenue Team and Insurance...


  • Cockburn Central, Western Australia Cockburn Full time

    Job Title: Senior Property OfficerThe City of Cockburn seeks a skilled Senior Property Officer to join our dynamic Property Services Team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing the Naval Base Shacks leases and onsite amenities.This part-time position (4 days per week) is a fixed-term contract to 30 June 2025, with the potential...

  • Principal Investigator

    5 months ago


    Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who possess skills and experience in investigations. We are looking for someone that has worked across all facets of investigations. It is highly desirable to have a qualification in investigations, however this is not an essential requirement to do the role. Level 7 Principal...


  • Cockburn Central, Western Australia Cockburn Full time

    About the RoleThe City of Cockburn is seeking a skilled professional to join the Property Services Team as a Senior Property Officer - Lease Management Specialist. This part-time position will be responsible for managing the Naval Base Shacks leases and onsite amenities.Key ResponsibilitiesManage lease documentation and monitor complianceAdminister the...


  • Cockburn Central, Western Australia Cockburn Full time

    About the RoleThe City of Cockburn is seeking a skilled professional to join the Property Services Team as a Senior Property Officer. This part-time position will be responsible for managing the Naval Base Shacks leases and onsite amenities.Key ResponsibilitiesManage lease documentation and monitor complianceAdminister the City's operational and capital...


  • Cockburn, Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services Full time

    About the Role The Financial Accountant – Reporting is a newly created role to support DFES’ Senior Financial Accountant in undertaking reporting obligations to Government, internal and external stakeholders. The role actively participates in the development of DFES financial policies and procedures, provides line management responsibility to DFES...

  • Senior Consultant

    2 weeks ago


    City of Cockburn, Australia Government Of Western Australia Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Relations Consultant to join our team in a supportive environment that provides comprehensive industrial relations consultancy to various stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesInterpretation of industrial instruments, legislation, and case lawPresentation of advice and support regarding performance...


  • Cockburn, Australia The City of Cockburn Full time

    Working within a friendly team, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of an efficient and customer focused accounts payable service. Initially your main duties will involve administrative and associated tasks including; - Data entry - Processing and payment of creditor’s invoices - Statement reconciliation - Managing the petty cash...


  • Cockburn Central, Western Australia Cockburn Full time

    About the RoleThe City of Cockburn is seeking an experienced Executive Support Officer to provide high-level administrative and executive support to our Director of Infrastructure Services. This is a dynamic and rapidly growing city that offers its employees generous employment conditions and highly desirable lifestyle benefits.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide...