Type of Organisation
Government of Western Australia

 

Employer Profile

The Department of Finance (Finance) drives whole-of-government policy and

influences strategy to deliver what is needed today to achieve a better

tomorrow for Western Australia.

We deliver this by:

1. placing customers at the centre of all we do

2. being outcomes focused and seeking continuous improvement

3. building strong, effective relationships through leadership and collaboration

4. becoming the best place to work with engaged, inspired, and proud staff

5. providing effective governance, and

6. leveraging technology for efficient service delivery.

 

Our values-based culture is reflected in how we go about our business and in what we expect from ourselves. Our values guide all aspects of our operations, and include empathy, clarity, collaboration, and growth. 
We focus on values rather than specific degrees. We have a team of more than 1,100 staff who achieve a broad range of outcomes, made possible through multi-disciplinary skills and backgrounds.

What we do:

Advise: Finance is a strategic advisor to the State Government and associated government departments and agencies. We are central in providing advice on government reform projects, project and asset management, and procurement and policy.

 

Build: Finance oversees major non-residential building projects including schools, health facilities, and prison projects. We also manage government office accommodation to drive efficiencies and savings for the WA taxpayer.

 

Buy: Finance is a leader in government procurement. We utilise strong buying power to secure products and services for government, delivering value-for-money outcomes to the WA taxpayer.

 

Collect: Finance collects revenue on behalf of government and administers the payments of grants and subsidies to the community.

 

Deliver: Finance facilitates delivery of corporate services, using insights and leading technologies to continuously innovate and improve.

As one of our graduates, you will be supported by our comprehensive training and development program designed to help you develop a solid foundation in the public sector. Rotations through different directorates will help you build professional relationships, understand our operations, and consider many different career opportunities available within Finance.
You can read more about who we are and what we do in our 2023-24 Annual Report.

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Locations where there are vacancies for Graduates 
Perth and Osborne Park.
 

Residency requirements for Graduates wishing to apply

Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only

 

Roles available for Graduates 

Depending on departmental needs, there are various roles across our six diverse directorates.



Degree subjects required for Graduates wishing to apply

All degree considered.

 

Employer Website

https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-finance/graduate-program-department-of-finance

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What do recent graduates say are the best things about working with us?

"Excellent culture, have always felt well-supported, heard and my manager is

approachable. The work as a graduate is adequately challenging and we are

trusted with high level work and not micro managed."

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"Great opportunity to develop relationships and connections across the

department. Assist with great outcomes for the community. Being a part of

something bigger/working towards a common goal."