Executive Director Gaming and Wagering Regulation
Executive Director Gaming and Wagering Regulation (Five-year SES contract)
Perth, 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
* Provides strategic leadership for regulatory activities and contributes to relevant legislative and policy reforms.
* Provides leadership and advice on gaming and wagering sector planning and partnerships.
* Provides leadership and direction across the department and has responsibility for delivering division, departmental and whole of government priorities and directives.
* Ensures compliance with relevant gaming and wagering legislation in a manner that is consistent with Government and the Commission's strategic directions and policies.
* Provides authoritative and strategic advice to the Commission Chair, Director General and Deputy Director General on compliance issues, regulatory risks and performance and related policy matters.
* Builds and maintains strategic partnerships, relationships and engagement with key stakeholders, including the corporate executive, chief executives, the Commission's Chairperson and members, federal and state law enforcement agencies, equivalent interstate regulators, federal and state public sector agencies to ensure a strategic and coordinated whole of government approach to gaming and wagering.
* Undertakes the statutory role of Chief Casino Officer under the Gaming and Wagering Commission Act 1987 and Casino Control Act 1984.
* Consults, advises and negotiates with stakeholders including regulated entities to facilitate the achievement of regulatory objectives and outcomes.
Benefits working for LGIRS
* Flexible 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)
* 3 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
* 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.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Wednesday, 18 March2026 (WST)
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