Principal Workforce Consultant (Digital Capability)

About the role

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet, which advises the Premier and Cabinet of Western Australia, has one permanent position open for immediate filling. The Principal Workforce Consultant (Digital Capability) leads strategic initiatives to strengthen the digital and ICT workforce capability of the Western Australian public sector.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver workforce strategies, policy advice and programs, including the Digital Public Sector Graduate Program and other early career development initiatives.
• Build sustainable digital capability and support the attraction, development, retention and deployment of digital talent across government.

Required profile

• Suitable working rights for the duration of employment, through citizenship, permanent residency or visa conditions.
• Applicants must provide proof of identity (100-point check) and a National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force within two months of issue.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply; section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) applies.

To apply, candidates submit a detailed resume and a written application of no more than 2 pages showing how they meet the selection criteria in the Job Description Form. Applications close on Friday 20 November 2026 at 4:00 pm.