Are you passionate about discovering great talent and making an impact? Ready to join a dynamic, collaborative team that thrives on connection and teamwork? The Recruitment Team is committed to supporting DTMI to find exceptional people who share our dedication. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, believe in ethical recruitment practices, and want to make a meaningful impact, this is the team for you! Are you a Recruitment specialist passionate about building inclusive, high-performing teams? We are seeking a Recruitment Advisor to join our dynamic department and help deliver innovative, high-impact talent solutions across the organisation. We currently have one (1) Permanent, full-time position available with an immediate start. This recruitment process will establish a 24-month pool of suitable candidates for current and future opportunities as they arise. Why this role matters As a Recruitment Advisor for the Multi-Sector Portfolio, you’ll be a driving force behind talent strategy, partnering with hiring managers across Maritime, Freight, Ports, Aviation and Reform, Urban Mobility, Regional Services & Transport Sustainability and Strategic Projects to understand their needs and shaping recruitment approaches that attract exceptional people. You’ll bring fresh, modern sourcing techniques and a strong advisory mindset to help teams design roles, refine selection processes and make confident hiring decisions. In this role, you’ll lead end‑to‑end talent acquisition activities while championing innovative, people‑centred practices that align with our organisational goals. Your expertise will support leaders across the department to build high‑performing teams and ensure we’re positioned to secure the talent we need now and into the future. Your responsibilities will include: Partnering with business leaders to plan and manage recruitment. Shaping roles and job design in collaboration with stakeholders. Guiding managers through establishment, advertising, assessment, and selection. Monitoring recruitment metrics and driving continuous improvement. Leveraging platforms and sourcing tools to elevate candidate attraction. Supporting effective onboarding and alignment with broader People and Culture initiatives. You will work closely with a collaborative Talent Team to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across the department. About you The panel will be assessing applicants against the following suitability requirements : Experience delivering end-to-end recruitment and selection services. Understands contemporary recruitment practices and enjoys finding better ways of working. Can analyse issues, solve problems and contribute to recruitment initiatives and improvements. Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. Has sound knowledge of recruitment and employment legislation and processes. Works collaboratively, manages competing priorities and delivers quality outcomes. The flexibility to travel and work at off-site locations when required (current vacancy requires travel to Fremantle and Innaloo) We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position Personal Leadership. Find out more Further information about the role and the expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form If you’d like to have a chat about the role please contact Nadia Harper, A/Talent Acquisition Lead, via transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 9431 1. Applying is easy Apply online by clicking the ‘ Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format: A current resume detailing your skills, work history and key achievements. A covering letter (two pages maximum) addressing the below suitability requirements: Sound knowledge of innovative and contemporary attraction, recruitment and selection practices, with the ability to apply these in a public sector or complex organisational environment. Tell us about a time you collaborated with stakeholders to develop and deliver initiatives, strategies or programs, with a focus on attraction and selection. Please note that shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete further assessments, which may be conducted through an assessment centre held in week starting 11 August 2026. Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Suitability Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor. Applications for this opportunity close at 3.00pm on Thursday, 30 July 2026 . Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted. Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance before commencing employment.
