Assistant Advisor

Agency: Housing and Works, Department of – Fremantle WA Come join the team at the new Department of Housing and Works. The Department of Housing and Works delivers and maintains essential social housing and critical infrastructure across Western Australia—including schools, hospitals and police facilities. We manage tenancy services, support housing provision in remote Aboriginal communities, and oversee government employee accommodation. Through office accommodation solutions, State Fleet management, procurement, planning and asset policy, we empower other government agencies to deliver their best. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, and culturally and linguistically diverse people. We are committed to ensuring our hiring processes are inclusive. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person, young person or person with disability seeking assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on . If you are a person living with disability and require adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Rebecca Caldwell on *** or via email at ***************@dohw.wa.gov.au to discuss your needs. Benefits professional development, training, and on‑the‑job learning to advance your career generous leave entitlements, which include 4 weeks annual leave, 3 public service holidays each year, accrued long service leave every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year. Access to cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people modern workspaces, where you choose your workspace that assists you to do your best work access to activity‑based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup for ad hoc flexible work corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers and access to wellness programs opportunity to support our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, Indigenous Network, Gender Equity Champions Group, and Youth Working Group. Applicants should note that not all flexible work options are viable in all positions and front‑line positions in particular have limited access to part‑time, remote work hubs and work from home arrangements due to client needs and operational demands. Specific queries should be directed to the contact person nominated in the advert. About The Role As a Assistant Advisor you’re responsible for multidisciplinary and visionary team that will drive a range of projects, initiatives, services or systems to support achievement of the Department’s outcomes in remote Aboriginal Communities. The position will work in a collaborative and flexible way; be culturally responsive and model the Department’s values. How to Apply If you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic and forward‑thinking team, submit the following in MS Word or PDF format only: A comprehensive CV that shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the contact details of two referees (with one being your current or a recent supervisor). A three (3) page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. Please ensure you apply before the closing deadline as we won’t accept late and incomplete applications. Further Job‑Related Information Please contact Rebecca Caldwell on *** for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application). To assist you in preparing your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Job Description Form. Additionally, the WA Jobs and Workforce Hub provides information on working in Western Australia. This includes guidance on applying for government sector jobs, industry insights, application tips, relocation resources, training opportunities, and apprenticeships. If you are unable to view or download these documents, please contact Yusri Rosley, via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au, mentioning the vacancy reference number Pool Ref DHW3425 for assistance. Currently there is one (1) permanent full‑time or part‑time position available for filling. Other suitable applicants will be placed in a recruitment pool. This pool will run for a period of twelve (12) months and may be used to fill other similar full‑time, part‑time, permanent or fixed‑term vacancies with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency. Please note that being placed in the pool does not guarantee your placement in a position. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr