We currently have one (1) permanent full-time position available for immediate filling.

About the Role The need to identify and manage all the information assets of an organisation has become more important with the ongoing developments in the digital and mobile workplace, and the requirement for digital transformation in line with the Digital Strategy for Western Australian 2021 – 2025. Well-managed information is the result of planned, enterprise-wide management of information assets, technologies, processes and staff behaviours.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking an experienced information governance professional with knowledge of contemporary information management practices to assist in transforming the way in which DFES manages its information assets.

The primary functions of this position are:

- Leading the development, review and maintenance of strategies, policies and procedures for the effective management of information within the agency.
- Leading, managing, and supervising projects in accordance with corporate project management processes.
- Representing the Department on relevant whole-of-government committees.
- Manages the Privacy and Responsible Information (PRIS) function for the agency, including promoting awareness and understanding of the responsibilities under the PRIS Act.
- Leads and collaborates with ICT on aspects of the Information Classification Policy, implementation, ongoing education, training and awareness.
- Providing effective, timely and high-level advice to Business Information System Owners on information management functionality requirements so that DFES information assets (both physical and digital)



are effectively stored and managed.
- Promoting awareness of the benefits of positive information management, advocating for improved information management practices and managing the delivery of effective records management training.
- Managing and leading a team consisting of seven members, fostering professionalism, best practice, innovation and collaboration.
- Co-ordinating responses to applications made under the Freedom of Information Act 1992 and ensuring the Department complies with all requirements of this Act.

Leadership Behaviours are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviours aligned to the context of Leading Leaders. Additional details on expected behaviours are attached. For further questions contact Georgina Camarda on (08) 9395 9414 9395 9414) or by email [email protected]

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Please do not send your application to Georgina Camarda or seek their assistance with lodging your application.

Eligibility To Apply

Must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.

National Police Certificate A condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a current National Police Certificate (less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement.

Closing Date: 4pm AWST 13 August 2026

📌 Assistant Director Information Services (Cockburn Central)
🏢 Department of Fire and Emergency Services
📍 Cockburn Central