Inspector of Mines - Mining Engineer - (MP100113)

Kalgoorlie, Western Australia (Hybrid)

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

• Leads the implementation and engagement of safety and health reform, continuous improvement and change management approaches.

• Contributes to the implementation of best practice standards and achievements of the Directorate's Operational Plan.

• Conducts sensitive high-level enforcement activity aligned with the Group's programs and policies; including preparing investigation and prosecution reports and providing expert advice for investigations as required.

• Undertakes audits, inspections and reports on workplaces and practices related to mining operations; including technically complex accidents and incidents.

• Responds to requests for complex regulatory and technical information; initiates and responds to correspondence; prepares documentation to enforce legislation.

 Qualifications & Licenses

•  Bachelor of Engineering in mining, or other approved bachelor’s degree related to the resources sector.

  Benefits of 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)

• 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 Monday, 29 June 2026 (WST)