Department of Water and Environmental Regulation WA – Joondalup WA
This is a full-time permanent opportunity.
This position is located within the Policy and Reform branch which has primary responsibility for strategic development and review, waste levy policy and legislative reform, and providing input into national reforms.
The Policy Officer provides support and assistance to the Waste Authority, the Minister and the Department in relation to waste policy. This role contributes to the development and implementation of policies to support the Government's waste and recycling objectives, specifically, those set out in Western Australia's Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030. This role has an emphasis on researching and analysing waste management policies, systems and performance for potential application in Western Australia. Additionally, this position responds to emerging priorities to support a productive and sustainable recycling sector in Western Australia.
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.
We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.
For further information about the opportunity, we encourage you to contact Grainne Whelan, Program Manager on 6*** during business hours or via email at **************@dwer.wa.gov.au .
CLOSING DATE: 4pm Monday, 2 February 2026 (Australian Western Standard Time)
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