What to expect
- Your manager will greet you in the lobby of your office location at the pre-agreed time.
- A company-issued laptop will be available for use on your first day.
- Introduction and meeting scheduled with your onboarding buddy.
- Participation in a one-day orientation.
- One-day orientation with the Public Sector Commission.
Your one-day orientation
- Official welcome into DWER's community and culture.
- Learn about DWER's mission and values.
- Introduction to your pay and flexible working arrangements.
- Introduction to DWER's Intranet.
- Receive and set up a computer with the help of IT.
- Learn about next steps in your onboarding journey.
- Time for questions and answers.
Find out more about working at DWER below.
Flexible working arrangements
Show moreAt DWER, we support flexible working arrangements.
These arrangements include increased flexibility with starting and finishing times, part-time work or job sharing.
We have done our research with ECU, and we support flexible working arrangements to help boost your productivity and effectiveness in the workplace.
At DWER we allow you to design your own working arrangements that helps support your work-life balance.
Working from an alternative location
At DWER, we call working at home or remote working, working from alternative locations. At DWER, you can work up to 50 per cent of your roster at alternative locations.
If you are interested in flexible working arrangements and working from an alternative location, speak with your manager about a flexible work request and then submit the request through the HR Service portal.
Our dress code
Show moreWe follow a 'neat, professional, casual' dress code that encourages individuality while maintaining a professional atmosphere.
For fieldwork, you'll be provided with personal protective equipment, including a high-visibility uniform.
Picture yourself in clean, well-maintained clothing, exuding confidence and style.
Business-casual attire is the norm for the office, so feel free to wear slacks, khakis, collared shirts, blouses, skirts, or dresses (knee-length or longer), along with comfortable closed-toe shoes. You don't need formal business suits unless there's a specific event requiring it.
Be yourself and embrace our friendly, thriving environment!
Pay day
Show moreOur salaries are paid fortnightly on Thursday.
Questions regarding salaries can be sent to hr@dwer.wa.gov.au.
Access card and locker process
Show moreAs a new staff member, you are required to have an access card.
This will identify you as a staff member and allow you to access secure areas of DWER.
On Day 1, you'll get a temporary building pass and schedule your access card photo.
You'll also be assigned a locker for your work items on the floor, which comes with your access card.
Interested in a bicycle locker? See the information below.
Where to go
Show moreHead office
Prime House
8 Davidson Terrace, Joondalup, Western Australia 6027
Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30
Regional offices
For details go to our regional offices page.
Bike access at Prime House, Joondalup
Show moreWe have an amazing bike rack facility so you can ride to work with showers and change rooms available.
For more information, please contact accommodation@dwer.wa.gov.au
Bike access at our regional offices
Show moreBunbury
Bike racks available.
Contact bunbury.admin@dwer.wa.gov.au
Busselton
Bike racks available.
Contact busselton.admin@dwer.wa.gov.au
Geraldton
Bike racks available.
Contact fleur.coaker@dwer.wa.gov.au
Carnarvon
No bike racks available.
Contact fleur.coaker@dwer.wa.gov.au
Swan Avon Region
Bike racks available.
Contact michael.kelly@dwer.wa.gov.au
Kununurra
Bike racks available.
Contact susie.williams@dwer.wa.gov.au
Karratha
Bike racks available.
Contact alana.kidd@dwer.wa.gov.au
South Coast
Secure bike racks available.
Contact southcoast@dwer.wa.gov.au
Train and bus options
Show moreUse the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your trip.
If you're coming to Prime House, Joondalup
Take the train from the Perth Underground to Joondalup station.
At Joondalup station, head to the CAT bus stops, which are upstairs at the Perth end of the station on the western side, just past the newsagent.
Take the Blue CAT bus to Davidson Tce (stop 5) or the Red CAT bus to Davidson Tce (stop 11).
Where to park
Show moreIf you're coming to Prime House, Joondalup
Address: 93 Boas Ave, Joondalup WA 6027
Phone: (08) 9400 4040
Mon-Fri 6am-8pm