Classification and Establishment Coordinator

About the Department

The Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) is committed to fostering a safe, equitable, and resilient economy in Western Australia, supporting industries, workers, consumers, and communities to thrive. We embrace diversity and nurture an inclusive workforce to drive innovation and collective success, ensuring that all employees feel valued and respected.

Role Overview

This permanent position based in East Perth presents an opportunity to shape the organisational structure and future preparedness of LGIRS. The role centers on collaborating with management to ensure accurate role classification and strategic alignment of positions, thereby informing workforce decisions through solid advice supported by evidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to validate role classifications and align positions with strategic objectives.
• Support workforce capability development, assist organisational change processes, and uphold compliance with public sector guidelines.
• Contribute meaningfully to workforce planning, maintain governance standards, and foster a transparent and equitable role framework throughout the organisation.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity in job and position data.
• Participate in reporting tasks and initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of people and organisational outcomes.

Benefits

• Flexible working schedules within a standard 37.5 hour workweek.
• Hybrid working options including home, office, and field locations.
• Annual leave entitlement of 20 days, with the option to take leave at half pay.
• Annual leave loading payment of 17.5% on accumulated leave.
• 15 days of personal leave yearly.
• Long service leave of 13 weeks every seven years, also with half pay options.
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave following one year of service.
• Three public holidays provided in lieu annually.
• Five days reproductive leave per year.
• Ten days of disability leave annually.
• Five days bereavement leave granted.
• Five days cultural leave annually for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Access to professional development activities such as acting roles, shadowing, mentoring, and formal training programs.
• Job security along with competitive remuneration and a 12% superannuation contribution.

Additional Information

The role requires onsite presence in East Perth with an expectation to work collaboratively within the departmental structure. Applications for this position close at 4pm (WST) on Monday, 27 July 2026.