Principal Building Engineer - Structural (MIS25083) Permanent Appointment Ignite a meaningful career that's supported by flexible working, unparalleled development opportunities and progressive policies and benefits. 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 Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) 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 the next big discovery in the mining sector, protecting workers’ health and safety, transforming energy supply and emissions, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, DEMIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations. In alignment with the WA Government’s Public Sector Reform (March 2025), this position will initially sit within DEMIRS but will join the newly formed Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety from 1 July 2025. The role As the Principal Building Engineer - Structural, you will form part of a dynamic team responsible for leading and assisting investigations into structural failures, undertaking inspections to ensure compliance with legislation, and assisting the manager of Audit and Director Building Compliance in the development of strategies, department policies and technical standards. Your leadership, investigative thinking, and communication skills, along with your experience in the building industry, will be essential to your success in this role. 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 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised. To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application. Further information Please contact Paul da Costa, Audit Manager on ( or via or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS 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 and leadership behaviours: Role Specific Requirements: A Bachelor degree in Structural/Civil Engineering with eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia as a Professional Engineer. Substantial experience in the design and construction industry. Leadership Behaviour: Think Through Complexity - You think critically and strategically to solve problems and enhance effectiveness 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 DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Charmaine Douglas, Senior Recruitment Officer on ( or email . 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 (where appropriate). 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 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 – Speak & Listen – SMS relay – 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 CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Monday, 23 June 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 - Job Description Form You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.