Job Description

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Here at the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS), our vision is to support a safe, fair and resilient economy where Western Australian industries, workers, consumers and communities thrive.

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We believe that bringing our capabilities together offers an exciting prospect to enhance our regulatory approach through collaborative reform, integrity, transparency and fairness – with the community always at the centre of what we do.

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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 an inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected.

The Role n

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- Administers the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act 2020 and Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 as an Inspector of Mines.
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- Assists the leadership team in developing policies, guides, strategies, and technical materials to support effective safety compliance.
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- Undertakes regulatory activity, including investigations, relating to sensitive and complex health and radiation safety matters.
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- Leads complex workplace investigations with thorough analysis, impartial decisions, and regulatory compliance.
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- Leads expert advisory coordination on critical health and safety matters in the resources sector.
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- Develops, implements, and monitors performance measures to improve health and safety outcomes.
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- Guides industry, government, and other stakeholders to advance WorkSafe Group's objectives and enhance regulatory confidence.
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Benefits working for LGIRS nn
- 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 Friday, 25 September 2026 (WST)

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📌 Senior Inspector of Mines - Health and Radiation (Perth)
🏢 Department Of Local Government, Industry Regulation And Safety (Lgirs)
📍 Perth