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, 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
We are looking for an electrical engineer with utilisation industry experience working at principal level.
The Principal Engineer Electricity Utilisation works with a team of officers undertaking the development of policies for electrical utilisation safety legislation and community education programs. The role also liaises with a wide range of client groups such as, licencing authorities, licensees, employers, employees, utilities and power suppliers, government agencies, unions and industry organisations.
Your skills and experience will be key to leading the development of regulatory policy work pertaining to consumer safety, community safety, worker safety and licensing of electrical workers and with investigations into electrical safety incidents and compliance audits of electricity networks.
Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, 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.
Eligibility
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 Nick Verkerk, Beilby Downing Teal, on 0403 457 363 or via nverkerk@beilbydt.com.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.
- Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia as a Professional Engineer.
- Extensive knowledge and practical experience working with technical standards and with work practices in consumer electrical installations.
- Demonstrated substantial experience in developing policy, standards and work practices in a regulatory environment.
An executive search may be undertaken to fill this vacancy.
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 Matthew Ball, Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 0434 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@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.
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:
- TTY/voice calls – 133 677
- Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
- SMS relay – 0423 677 767
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Friday, 03 October 2025 (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 -
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/files/vacancies/987988/30309359.pdf
- Job Description Form.pdf
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/files/vacancies/987988/30309366.pdf
