Cannington, Western Australia (Hybrid)

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.

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

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

- Informing the next of kin in a timely, accurate and sensitive way about the status and milestones in investigations and court proceedings; including information about investigations in line with departmental policies and procedures and lawful obligations restricting official information release.
- Facilitating contact, where appropriate, between next of kin or seriously injured workers and other officers including the Commissioner, Director Investigations and Prosecutors.




- Communicating at all times with next of kin and others in a professional yet sensitive manner in an environment that is at times emotionally challenging and potentially politically sensitive.
- Developing and maintaining relationships, and liaising and communicating with relevant key stakeholders within and outside WorkSafe, including the Coroner and other agencies.
- Maintaining accurate case management records of all contact with next of kin and other key contact points during investigations or court proceedings.

Benefits working for LGIRS

- Adaptable working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)
- Flexible 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)
- public holidays in lieu per year
- 5 days reproductive leave per year
- 10 days disability leave per year
- 5 days bereavement leave
- 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

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

Applications close at 4pm on Monday 02 November 2026 (WST)

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