Job Description

Manager Capability and Culture (permanent position)

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East Perth, Western Australia (Hybrid)

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The Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) 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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Here at LGIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual's perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected.

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The Role

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Our People and Culture Directorate is focused on creating a high-performing, future-ready workforce that can meet the evolving needs of the department.

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A major focus of this role is leading the implementation of workforce planning initiatives that support strategic decision-making across the department. You'll work with leaders to identify future capability requirements, address workforce risks, build leadership pipelines and implement initiatives that position the organisation for long-term success.

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Driving organisation-wide capability strategies and leading workforce planning initiatives.

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Advancing reconciliation outcomes,



strengthening leadership capability and shaping culture.

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Leading a passionate and experienced team focused on building capability, strengthening culture and improving employee experience.

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Delivering innovative initiatives that help our people thrive and contribute to the ongoing success of the department.

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Partnering with executives and leaders across the business.

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A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

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Perks working for LGIRS

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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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Applications close at 4pm on Monday, 14 September 2026 (WST).

📌 Manager Capability and Culture (Perth)
🏢 Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety
📍 Perth