Join Us in Shaping Western Australia's Future
At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we're not just hiring, we're building the future. As Western Australia embarks on a bold agenda to remain the strongest economy in the nation, we play a critical role in delivering on government priorities: supporting sustainable development across the state, enabling renewable energy, protecting our environment, and securing our water future. We are an influential and future-focused organisation, working at the intersection of science, policy, and community. We're guided by valuable science, cultural knowledge, and a values-based culture that reflects who we are and how we go about our work. If you're driven to make a real impact, whether it's supporting industry transformation, driving innovation in environmental regulation, enabling clean energy, or restoring waterways we invite you to bring your talent, your ideas, and your commitment to a team that's delivering for today and planning for tomorrow. Be part of something bigger. Be part of DWER. We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a difference
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The Prospect
This is a permanent opportunity. We are seeking an experienced air quality professional to join our Air Quality Branch and play a leading role in shaping environmental outcomes across Western Australia. In this position, you'll tackle complex air quality challenges, lead strategic investigations and modelling projects, and provide trusted scientific advice that influences policy, regulation and major environmental decisions. This is more than a technical role. You'll work alongside government agencies, industry, researchers and community stakeholders to address emerging environmental issues and deliver practical, evidence-based solutions. As a senior member of the team, you'll also mentor and support other environmental professionals, helping to build capability and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.



We're seeking someone with strong experience in air quality and atmospheric science, including air quality modelling and environmental data analysis, who enjoys solving complex problems and leading meaningful work. In return, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that matter, work with highly skilled professionals and help protect Western Australia's workplace for future generations. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Eligibility and Work Rights
We welcome applications from Australian, New Zealand and international candidates. Successful applicants must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain the necessary work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment. While not guaranteed, visa sponsorship may be considered for an outstanding candidate whose skills and experience align closely with the role requirements.
Work Arrangement and Benefits
At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we are committed to fostering a modern workplace that supports flexibility, collaboration, and wellbeing. Our flexible work arrangements include options for alternative work locations and adaptable schedules, designed to accommodate a variety of professional and personal needs. We recognise that effective work can happen in different settings, and our approach reflects this, enabling staff to contribute meaningfully while maintaining balance and resilience.
Our flexible work arrangements include options for alternative work locations and adaptable schedules
We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported and valued
EEO and Diversity




We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported and valued.
We recognise the unique skills, perspectives and experiences that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and young people bring to our workforce, and we encourage applications from these groups.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Join us and be part of a department that values innovation, inclusivity, and the evolving nature of work.
Access Needs
We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment.
NRS can help you connect with us on:
TTY/voice calls – *******
Speak & Listen – ************
SMS relay – ************
If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at or on **************. This process may be used to fill similar vacancies that may arise within DWER and across the WA public sector over the next six (6) months. Vacancies may be full-time or part time, permanent or fixed term with possibility of extension or permanency in a variety of metropolitan and regional locations.
CLOSING DATE
4:00pm Friday, 6 November **** (Australian Western Standard Time) Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
Contact
For further information about the chance, we encourage you to contact Anthony Stuart on ************** or via email during business hours.
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📌 Principal Environmental Officer (Perth)
🏢 Department of Water and Environmental Regulation
📍 Perth