Job Description

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

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

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

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

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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.

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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.

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The Role

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

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- Partner with stakeholders to provide expert advice, facilitate workshops, and deliver engaging training and awareness initiatives.

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- Coordinate the development, testing,



and continuous improvement of critical incident management and business continuity plans.

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

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

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

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Advantages working for DMPE

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- Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)

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- Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)

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

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- 17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave

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- 15 days personal leave per year

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

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

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- 3 public holidays in lieu per year

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- 5 days reproductive leave per year

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- 10 days disability leave per year

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

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- Ability to purchase additional annual leave

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- Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring

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- Formal training options

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

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Interested? Click on "Apply" now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.

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