Senior Inspector Scientific Officer

Agency : Local Government, Industry Reg and Safety, Dept of – Cannington WA

Lead safety reform across Western Australia mining sector Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, working at home, in the field or in the office to help support you and get the best results possible for our community? Then the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) is for you!

We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling good governance to local communities, regulating racing, gaming and liquor activities, resolving consumer and trade disputes, monitoring compliance, protecting workers’ health and safety, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, LGIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.

The role As the Senior Inspector Scientific Officer, you will form part of a dynamic team responsible for carrying out complex and sensitive regulatory and technical activities, while both working in and leading teams of inspectors. Drawing on your extensive expertise, you will play a vital role in improving safety and health outcomes across Western Australian workplaces by delivering specialist advice, undertaking high‑level investigations, and building capability across the organisation and industry.

Your strong regulatory, technical and investigative skills, and experience in workplace health and safety within high‑risk industries, will be key to your success in this role.

You will bring to the role your advanced expertise in conducting complex inspections and investigations, your ability to coach and mentor less experienced inspectors, and your capability to influence and contribute to legislation, policy development, and sector‑wide safety improvements.

Please refer to the

Job Description Form

(JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, leadership capabilities and pre‑employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed‑term, full‑time or part‑time) within the department for the next 24 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.

To be

eligible for a permanent appointment , applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed‑term vacancies that arise.

To be

eligible for fixed‑term employment

you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia or have a valid visa to live and work in Australia for the duration of the fixed‑term employment at the time of application.

Should a qualification be required for this position, applicants must provide their certification and/or academic transcripts to verify relevance to the job requirements. Qualifications obtained outside of Australia must be provided with an assessment from the Overseas Qualifications Unit to ensure they meet Australian Standards (this is a free service).

To work for LGIRS, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, LGIRS will coordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre‑employment checks.

More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Further information Please contact Victoria Glassey, Team Manager Psychosocial on 0477 505 *** or via ***************@lgirs.wa.gov.au or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on LGIRS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

How to apply We ask for you to provide: A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements:

A Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent qualifications, relevant to psychosocial factors and ergonomics. Qualifications in psychology would be well regarded.

Demonstrated experience in applying specialist advice in a workplace setting and being able to undertake complex investigations within own area of expertise.

Experience in gathering and interpreting data, appraising evidence and evaluating arguments.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

In the attached

Applicant Information Pack , we offer further information on how to apply, and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with LGIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 31***or email ***************@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.

This role is identified as having a higher likelihood of exposure to potentially traumatic events. This is any distressing experience or situation in which an individual’s physical or psychological wellbeing may be threatened. This could involve attending or investigating safety incidents or fatalities, interacting with affected, distressed and/or aggressive people, and exposure to objectionable material such as records containing potentially traumatic content.

The department has specific Potentially Traumatic Event Response Support processes and training available for this role. If you have any questions or would like further clarification about the nature of this position and the supports available, please contact Victoria Glassey, Team Manager Psychosocial on 0477 505 ***.

Supporting diversity and inclusion The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department. Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023‑2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.

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:

SMS relay – 0423 677 ***

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 ***************@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm

on Monday, 19 January 2026 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online

as late applications will not be accepted . It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.

Attachments - Applicant Information Pack.pdf - Job Description Form

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