About the Role
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
Develops maintains and implements GIS applications to meet internal and external customer information needs.
Captures and maintains data on dangerous goods storage sites in a spatial context to ensure the validity of the spatial reference for sites.
Investigates and analyses anomalies with the integration of spatial data and responds to spatial enquiries.
Assists in determining the information needs for dangerous goods licensing activities and analyses acquires and customises geospatial data to support these activities.
Manages the mine plan register and ensures the integrity of the information.
Undertakes searches and investigates cartographic and digital information to respond to queries on mine plans.
Conducts historical research for customers using mine plans and other Departmental resources.
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
Formal training options
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.
Applications close at 4pm on Friday, 25 September 2026 (WST)