Establishment Coordinator
About the role
Shape the Future of Western Australia
Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), your work will help drive innovation, support local businesses, and position WA on the global stage. If you're ready to make a real impact - this is where your next chapter begins.
Grow your career with us
Explore our career opportunities and graduate program to discover how you can make a meaningful impact. For current vacancies, visit us on LinkedIn or head to the DEED corporate website.
About The Department
DEED is responsible for securing the State’s energy and economic future, driving innovation and long-term prosperity for all. This includes:
Ensuring Western Australia is a reliable, efficient and attractive place to do business Increasing business investment Fostering Western Australia’s skills and capacity now and into the future Driving the energy transition
The Department is guided by the following principles which shape our culture, decision-making and strategic direction:
Lead with empathy and integrity: Act with kindness, respect and care for colleagues, stakeholders and communities. Be authentic and transparent, making grounded decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term priorities. Collaborate and connect: Build trust and strong relationships across teams, regions and international offices. Break down silos, share expertise and engage stakeholders constructively to deliver better outcomes together. Take ownership and be accountable: Lead at every level by taking initiative, leaning on strengths and empowering others. Define roles, responsibilities and decision pathways clearly, ensuring accountability is visible and consistent. Focus on progress and continuous improvement: Prioritise finding practical solutions. Reflect, learn and adapt quickly to changing circumstances, continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce duplication. Stay aligned to purpose and impact: Keep connected to DEED’s bigger picture, enabling Western Australia’s long-term prosperity. Align actions to strategy, work across government and deliver innovative solutions that create enduring value for the community.
About The Role
Tenure: Permanent full-time
Science and Innovation, Industry and Corporate Capability builds the State’s capacity through targeted support, fostering innovation and industry capability and ensures effective and efficient administration of DEED’s financial assistance and equity programs and business support functions.
The Department of Energy and Economic Diversification is seeking a highly motivated job design & classification specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team.
In this role, you will provide expert advice and consultancy across the Department on all aspects of job design, position classification and establishment processes. You will undertake complex job evaluations, prepare comprehensive classification assessment reports, maintain organisational structure data and Job Description Forms (JDFs), and contribute to workforce improvement initiatives.
To succeed in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in position classification and job evaluation, strong analytical and report writing skills, and the ability to build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will be well organised, able to manage competing priorities and committed to delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to apply your specialist expertise while contributing to organisational excellence and workforce capability, we encourage you to apply.
Further information about the role and the expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form. Assessment of leadership behaviours may be included in the recruitment process.
How To Apply
To apply, click ‘Apply for Job’ at top or bottom of this page and follow the prompts. Please submit the following:
A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and any relevant professional development. Please include contact details of two referees – ideally including your current or most recent line manager. A covering letter of no more than two (2) pages that demonstrates your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the following role specific requirement: Considerable experience in conducting position classification assessments and the ability to undertake research and prepare detailed reports. Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements 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.
Your application must be submitted online. To avoid any last-minute system issues, we recommend submitting your application well ahead of the closing time.
DEED may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
Interested in more information?
For information regarding these positions, you are encouraged to contact Lisa Inglis, 0449 830 052.
To learn more about what we do and how to prepare your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.
Supporting diversity and inclusion
As an equal opportunity employer, the department is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities, and young people.
If you have any communication or access needs and require adjustments to take part in the application process, please contact our Talent Team at talent@deed.wa.gov.au. We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience for everyone.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted prior to the closing date and time specified in the job advertisement. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for appointment to similar roles within the department for up to 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Clearance before commencing employment. Some positions may also require an Australian Government Security Clearance.
Closing Date: Your online application must be submitted online prior to the closing date and time - 3:00 PM on Monday, 24 August 2026 (AWST)
Attachments
Applicant Information Pack.pdf JDF - Establishment Coordinator - JTS26022 - L5.pdf
About Department of Energy and Economic Diversification
The Department of Energy and Economic Diversification is staffed by technical experts in energy, economics, law, resources, governance, policy, environment, heritage, project management, investment attraction and many other fields that contribute to developing economic supports for the future of the Western Australian economy.
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Establishment Coordinator
About the role
Shape the Future of Western Australia
Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), your work will help drive innovation, support local businesses, and position WA on the global stage. If you're ready to make a real impact - this is where your next chapter begins.
Grow your career with us
Explore our career opportunities and graduate program to discover how you can make a meaningful impact. For current vacancies, visit us on LinkedIn or head to the DEED corporate website.
About The Department
DEED is responsible for securing the State’s energy and economic future, driving innovation and long-term prosperity for all. This includes:
Ensuring Western Australia is a reliable, efficient and attractive place to do business Increasing business investment Fostering Western Australia’s skills and capacity now and into the future Driving the energy transition
The Department is guided by the following principles which shape our culture, decision-making and strategic direction:
Lead with empathy and integrity: Act with kindness, respect and care for colleagues, stakeholders and communities. Be authentic and transparent, making grounded decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term priorities. Collaborate and connect: Build trust and strong relationships across teams, regions and international offices. Break down silos, share expertise and engage stakeholders constructively to deliver better outcomes together. Take ownership and be accountable: Lead at every level by taking initiative, leaning on strengths and empowering others. Define roles, responsibilities and decision pathways clearly, ensuring accountability is visible and consistent. Focus on progress and continuous improvement: Prioritise finding practical solutions. Reflect, learn and adapt quickly to changing circumstances, continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce duplication. Stay aligned to purpose and impact: Keep connected to DEED’s bigger picture, enabling Western Australia’s long-term prosperity. Align actions to strategy, work across government and deliver innovative solutions that create enduring value for the community.
About The Role
Tenure: Permanent full-time
Science and Innovation, Industry and Corporate Capability builds the State’s capacity through targeted support, fostering innovation and industry capability and ensures effective and efficient administration of DEED’s financial assistance and equity programs and business support functions.
The Department of Energy and Economic Diversification is seeking a highly motivated job design & classification specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team.
In this role, you will provide expert advice and consultancy across the Department on all aspects of job design, position classification and establishment processes. You will undertake complex job evaluations, prepare comprehensive classification assessment reports, maintain organisational structure data and Job Description Forms (JDFs), and contribute to workforce improvement initiatives.
To succeed in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in position classification and job evaluation, strong analytical and report writing skills, and the ability to build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will be well organised, able to manage competing priorities and committed to delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to apply your specialist expertise while contributing to organisational excellence and workforce capability, we encourage you to apply.
Further information about the role and the expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form. Assessment of leadership behaviours may be included in the recruitment process.
How To Apply
To apply, click ‘Apply for Job’ at top or bottom of this page and follow the prompts. Please submit the following:
A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and any relevant professional development. Please include contact details of two referees – ideally including your current or most recent line manager. A covering letter of no more than two (2) pages that demonstrates your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the following role specific requirement: Considerable experience in conducting position classification assessments and the ability to undertake research and prepare detailed reports. Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements 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.
Your application must be submitted online. To avoid any last-minute system issues, we recommend submitting your application well ahead of the closing time.
DEED may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
Interested in more information?
For information regarding these positions, you are encouraged to contact Lisa Inglis, 0449 830 052.
To learn more about what we do and how to prepare your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.
Supporting diversity and inclusion
As an equal opportunity employer, the department is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities, and young people.
If you have any communication or access needs and require adjustments to take part in the application process, please contact our Talent Team at talent@deed.wa.gov.au. We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience for everyone.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted prior to the closing date and time specified in the job advertisement. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for appointment to similar roles within the department for up to 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Clearance before commencing employment. Some positions may also require an Australian Government Security Clearance.
Closing Date: Your online application must be submitted online prior to the closing date and time - 3:00 PM on Monday, 24 August 2026 (AWST)
Attachments
Applicant Information Pack.pdf JDF - Establishment Coordinator - JTS26022 - L5.pdf
About Department of Energy and Economic Diversification
The Department of Energy and Economic Diversification is staffed by technical experts in energy, economics, law, resources, governance, policy, environment, heritage, project management, investment attraction and many other fields that contribute to developing economic supports for the future of the Western Australian economy.