2025 Treasury WA Aboriginal Graduate Program

The Department of Treasury is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this job and applications will be primarily considered in accordance with Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

Launch your career with Treasury WA by joining our

2025 Aboriginal Graduate Program!

18-month fixed term appointment with the possibility of extension and/or permanency after 12 months

Reimbursement of relocation costs, to a reasonable amount, may be considered for regional candidates relocating to Perth

Why join our Aboriginal Graduate Program?

If you want to see positive change that supports Aboriginal people and their communities, then Treasury is the place to be. Our Treasury Graduates are at the heart of Government decision making, contributing to policies and programs that directly impact the state of Western Australia and the people who live here.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence and integrity, we do work that is meaningful and rewarding. We are a diverse and inclusive agency where our people are supported to grow and thrive, with workplace flexibility to help us be at our best.

About our Aboriginal Graduate Program

We offer a structured 18-month Graduate Program with three diverse rotations across different work areas at Treasury. Treasury’s Aboriginal Graduate Program is designed to enhance and develop your skills; apply your academic learning, continually present challenges and propel your career forward.

During the Aboriginal Graduate Program, you will:

• be exposed to a range of work teams during three 6-month rotations;
• expand your professional network across the sector and industry;
• develop your skills by undertaking interesting work on high-profile projects;
• continue your development journey with extensive development opportunities; and
• join other committed young professionals in a supportive network that runs regular social events, community volunteering and involvement, and professional networking.

As a Treasury Graduate Officer, you will be:

• driven to solve complex issues that stretch your thinking;
• a great communicator who is curious and works collaboratively;
• solutions focused and dedicated to achieving results; and
• committed to making a difference.

What Treasury can offer you:

• a supportive and structured learning and development framework;
• a culturally safe workplace that is focused on supporting diversity and facilitating inclusive practices for all;
• an extensive and ongoing support network including experienced supervisors, friendly colleagues, a buddy who was a previous Aboriginal Graduate Officer, and supportive previous graduate cohorts;
• vibrant central Perth CBD location with modern facilities and impressive views across Perth; and
• competitive graduate starting salary with flexible working hours, and attractive employment conditions.

The successful candidate will commence the Aboriginal Graduate Program in mid-January 2025. Other suitable applicants will be placed in an appointment pool that will run for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill other similar fixed-term and permanent vacancies.

Visit our careers page to find out why Treasury is an incredible place to work.

Am I eligible to apply?

To be considered for our 2025 Aboriginal Graduate Program, you must:

• have successfully completed a tertiary degree between December 2020 and December 2024; and
• be available to start the program in mid-January 2025.

For full details about the Aboriginal Graduate Program and what we are looking for, please refer to the attached Applicant Information Pack and Role Statement.

You can also contact Claudia Lango on (08) 6551 2857 or via [email protected].

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit the following:

• a current CV (maximum two pages) that summarises your academic and work experience;
• a copy of your official academic transcript; and
• names and contact details of two referees who can comment on your skills and abilities relevant to the role. This may be a current or previous work supervisor, or an academic supervisor such as a lecturer or tutor.

At the online application stage, you will be asked to write and submit a response to the following question:

• Tell us a bit about yourself!
  • what you’re passionate about;
  • your university journey; and
  • university highlights and/or challenges and how you overcame them.

Click ‘Apply for Job' to submit your application via the jobswa website.

So that you can revisit your application and/or continue working on your responses, please ensure you create a profile via the JobsWA portal.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance.  For information about the process, you can contact the Treasury recruitment team at [email protected].

We are an equal opportunity employer a. If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact Claudia Lango on (08) 6551 2857 or via [email protected].