Senior Risk and Business Continuity Officer

Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration WA - East Perth WA

The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:

Contribute - give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.

Develop - grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.

Thrive - find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.

As a member of DMPE, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations. We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.

As the Senior Risk and Business Continuity Officer, you will contribute to building a high-performing and resilient organisation by supporting the Department’s risk, and business continuity functions. The role is responsible for enhancing frameworks, systems and practices that enable effective governance, informed decision-making and preparedness across the agency.

The Role

Lead and enhance the department’s risk management, business continuity, and compliance frameworks to support organisational resilience.

Partner with stakeholders to provide expert advice, facilitate workshops,



and deliver engaging training and awareness initiatives.

Coordinate the development, testing, and continuous improvement of critical incident management and business continuity plans.

Support strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen operational performance and governance outcomes.

Build strong relationships across government and industry, representing the department in forums and monitoring emerging trends to inform best practice.

Possession of or progression towards a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline would be considered an advantage.

Benefits working for DMPE

Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)

Adaptable working arrangements (from home, the field and office)

20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)

17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave

15 days personal leave per year

13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)

18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)

3 public holidays in lieu per year

5 days reproductive leave per year

10 days disability leave per year

5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring

Formal training options

Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions

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📌 Senior Risk and Business Continuity Officer (Perth)
🏢 Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration WA
📍 Perth