Principal Community Engagement Officer (MIS24303) Permanent Appointment Join PoweringWA and help drive Western Australia's Renewable Energy Transformation 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!
The PoweringWA Branch is leading WA's energy transformation and coordinating delivery of the critical infrastructure we need for a low-emissions, reliable power supply across the State.
We're fast-tracking renewable energy projects, working in partnership with government, industry, and regional communities to build a sustainable future for WA.
We are expanding our team here at PoweringWA, and we have one Principal Community Engagement Officer position available.
We are looking for passionate, results-oriented professionals to join us and make a real impact on the future of energy.
If you're ready to shape Western Australia's energy landscape and play a crucial role in our state's journey to a better energy future, we want you on our team.
The role In this position, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a timely and responsible delivery of Western Australia's energy transition by managing the development, delivery, and evaluation of community engagement initiatives.
Your experience in building and maintaining trust with will be the key to your success in the role.
As Principal Community Engagement Officer you will work cross-functionally, working with our Communications Team, to develop material and deliver complex information in ways that can be easily understood by stakeholders of diverse backgrounds.
Drawing on your highly developed organisation skills, you will plan and manage competing work priorities and meet deadlines with a focus on desired objectives and outcomes.
If you would like the opportunity to showcase your communication and engagement skills in a social impact context, spend time developing meaningful relationships in the regions and contribute to a transformational change of WA's energy future, this is the role for you.
Join us and help shape the future of energy in Western Australia!
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 Gina Ioffee, General Manager Social License on (08) 6551 4637 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 points: Demonstrated experience in engaging and building relationships with stakeholders to co-create solutions and policy interventions.
Communicates clearly and confidently and has a focus on desired objectives and outcomes.
Highly developed organisational skills to plan and manage a number of competing work priorities and meet deadlines.
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, please contact Supriya Desai, Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 0993 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.
Supporting diversity and inclusion DEMIRS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.
We welcome all to apply, however, preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and people of diverse sexualities.
This helps us ensure our workforce is diverse, effective and forward thinking, and is supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
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.
Reasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Monday , 3 February 2025 (WST) Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online; as applications that are in progress or submitted after this time 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 Pack.pdf - Job Description Form.pdf You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.