Description

Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Perth WA

Closing Date:
2026-02-23 (YYYY-MM-DD)

The Office of the Chief Psychiatrist is an independent statutory body that oversees the standards of high-quality mental health care to Western Australians. Our goal is to ensure that the standard of mental health services available to people, serve to improve the mental health and wellbeing of those whose need is greatest and in keeping with the Mental Health Care Principles in the Mental Health Act 2014.

• PN00023081
• RJDF
• 30 Jan 2026
• Data Management and Project Officer
• PSA L5.pdf

CRVCID717261

This is a Recruitment Poolfor Permanent Full Time appointment(s).

Aboutus

The Office of the Chief Psychiatrist (OCP) is an independent statutory body established under

The Mental Health Act 2014 (WA). The Chief Psychiatrist is a statutory officer who holds powers and duties as

prescribed by the Mental Health Act 2014. Pursuant to section 515 of the MHA 2014, the Chief Psychiatrist, is responsible

for overseeing the treatment and care of all voluntary patients, involuntary patients, mentally impaired accused detained at an authorised hospital, residents of private psychiatric hostels who

are active with mental health services, and all persons referred under section 26(2) or 26(3)(a) or 36(2) for examination by a psychiatrist.

The Chief Psychiatrist is supported by an Office that is a public sector department and reports to Parliament through the Minister for Mental Health.

The Mental Health Commission(Commission) is the employing authority of choice for staffemployed by the Chief Psychiatrist.

Aboutyou

We are looking forenthusiastic and dynamic applicants for the role of Data Managementand Project Officer.

About therole

The Data Management and Project Officer is responsible for contributing to and coordinating the development and implementation of data monitoring systems,

processes and projects relevant to the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist and under the guidance of the reporting line manager. The position is responsible for data management of statutory and

other reporting requirements of the Chief Psychiatrist to monitor compliance with the Mental Health Act 2024 and standards of psychiatric care across Western Australia.

Subject to your position,work area and Industrial Award/Agreement, Commission employees mayaccess a range of benefits including:

• Study leave/assistance
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Extensive employee wellness program
• Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times
• Leadership and professional development programs
• A competitive, award-based salary

Further informationabout the position can be found in the attached job descriptionform (JDF).

The Commission is an EqualOpportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples to apply. The Commission values the uniqueness ofindividuals who may vary in many different ways, includingethnicity, culture, national origin, social class, gender, age,religious belief, sexual identity, intersex status and mentaland/or physical ability, and people from these diverse backgroundsare encouraged to apply.

LeadershipExpectations

We believe that all ourpeople are leaders and expect and encourage them to demonstrateleadership in their roles. We are committed to building theleadership capability of our people and to support this we haveadopted Leadership Expectations.

The leadership context forthis position is Personal Leadership, considering it makes a direct andimmediate difference to the work of the MHC.

About yourapplication

You will be assessed againstthe selection criteria of the position, as outlined in theJDF.

You will also need to showus how your skills and experience match your ability to work in away that reflects our values - respecting individuals and culture,engaged and accountable, leading with courage, and keepingintegrity at our core.

A current (within 12 months)National Criminal History Check will be required prior tocommencement of employment.

For further informationabout this position contact Grace Lee on 08 6553 0***.

Submitting YourApplication

For your writtenapplication please provide the following:

1. A CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position, and;
2. A maximum 2-3 page statement addressing the selection criteria of this role as outlined in the JDF.

Late applicationswill not be accepted. If you experience difficultieswhile applying online, please contact Employee Services on 1344 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

FurtherOpportunities

Suitable applicants will beplaced in a pool from which appointments may be made when similarvacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until30/06/2026.

To find out more about theCommission and what we have to offer, click here.

Lodgement is systemgenerated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not beaccepted.

LATE OR EMAILAPPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.