General Manager Investigations and Intelligence

General Manager Investigations and Intelligence (Permanent position)

Perth, 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

• Providing high level advice, executive support and governance to support the strategic direction of the department and whole of government policy and direction.
• Participating collaboratively as a member of the senior leadership team, within the division, and as a member of the organisational committees.
• Continually challenges processes and practice to foster an environment that mitigates risks, is integrity driven and encourages innovation and change for continuous improvement.
• Is responsible for leadership and the management of the human and physical resources within the team to ensure that services are provided within budgetary, legislative, sector and organisational constraints.
• Participating collaboratively in the approved compliance planning process to ensure the effective identification of compliance targets in accordance with risk or other identified criteria.
• Overseeing the conduct, review and reporting of all gaming and wagering investigations undertaken on behalf of the Commission.

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 Thursday, 22 October 2026 (WST)