General Manager MARS Program

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, coordinates and manages governance, delivery and continuous improvement of the Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety program.
• Participates in and advises on investigative and research requirements, development and processes.
• Develops mechanisms to monitor, evaluate and report on the achievement of project objectives within approved project plans and determined timeframes.
• Coordinates grants, contracts and collaborative arrangements with the Mental Health Commission, other government agencies, universities and other relevant organisations.
• Presents project plans, strategy proposals and governance and performance reports to the MARS Steering Committee.
• Provides strategic project management advice to the department in support of the development and implementation of the MARS program.
• Provides strategic advice to management and stakeholders, on program delivery, governance and risk.
• Plans, establishs and coordinates the development of a project plan, resource plan and budget for the implementation of the MARS Program.
• Ensures strategies proposed and implemented are compliant and aligned with the corporate and project governance framework of the department and relevant programs and initiatives.

Benefits 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)
• 3 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 Tuesday, 28 July 2026 (WST)