Department of Environment and Conservation

Reference #: DEC3032957

Are you passionate about protecting and conserving our environment? This challenging position will see you contributing to a sustainable future for Western Australia’s environment, whilst working with a great team of people. The Department of Environment and Conservation offers careers with balance, choice, flexibility and opportunity. Be part of a team that counts.

Job Description

Level 2

At an experienced professional level, under general direction and using independent judgement, Environmental Officers (Compliance) are officers established within the Department to:
• enhance the Department’s compliance capability and support;
• undertake compliance inspections, audits and enforcement activities under the legislation administered by the Department; and
• assist in the development and delivery of the Department’s compliance strategy and programs.

Level 3

At a senior experienced professional level, under limited direction and using independent judgement, Senior Environmental Officers (Compliance) are officers established within the Department to:
• enhance the Department’s compliance capability and support;
• undertake compliance inspections, audits and enforcement activities, including the preparation of prosecution briefs under the legislation administered by the Department; and
• undertakes projects relating to the development and delivery of the Department’s compliance strategy and programs.

Selection Criteria

Level 2

Applicants should address the following three criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three pages.

Note: All criteria are essential unless specified otherwise.

ESSENTIAL

1. Demonstrated experience in undertaking compliance inspections and audits to achieve appropriate outcomes
2. Demonstrated ability to research and analyse technical issues and solve problems.
3. Sound knowledge of and demonstrated ability to apply relevant legislation.

The following criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process:

ESSENTIAL

4. Well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to lead and work in a team situation.
5. Well developed writing skills including the ability to write reports, business letters and prepare statutory instruments, prosecution briefs and briefing papers.
6. A relevant degree from a recognised university or approved equivalent qualification.
7. Understanding of occupational safety and health and equity and diversity principles and practices.
8. Current “C” class motor vehicle driver’s licence.
9. Physical ability to undertake site inspections of premises, possibly including regional and remote locations.
10. Permanent employment will be conditional upon provision of a National Police (Clearance) Certificate.

DESIRABLE

11. Knowledge of legislation and issues pertaining to environmental/conservation management, particularly related to Western Australia.

Applicants who are able to demonstrate that their actions and behaviours are representative of the department’s values will be strong contenders for this position. Our Corporate Plan details the value sets of the department which are - honesty, courage, integrity, respect, openness, commitment, innovation.

Level 3

Applicants should address the following three criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three pages.

Note: All criteria are essential unless specified otherwise.

ESSENTIAL

1. Demonstrated, considerable experience in undertaking compliance inspections and audits to achieve appropriate outcomes.
2. Demonstrated experience in the research, analysis and interpretation of data to develop solutions to compliance issues.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the application of relevant legislation.

The following criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process:

ESSENTIAL

4. Highly developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to lead and work and interact in a team situation.
5. Highly developed writing skills including the ability to write reports, business letters and prepare statutory instruments, prosecution briefs and briefing papers.
6. A relevant degree from a recognised university or approved equivalent qualification.
7. Understanding of occupational safety and health and equity and diversity principles and practices.
8. Current “C” class motor vehicle driver’s licence.
9. Physical ability to undertake site inspections of premises, possibly including regional and remote locations.
10. Permanent employment will be conditional upon provision of a National Police (Clearance) Certificate.

DESIRABLE

11. Experience with legislation and issues pertaining to environmental/conservation management, particularly related to Western Australia.

Salary

Specified Calling Level 2 or 3, $69,704 - $77,036 or $81,113 - $89,820 pa, PSGA

Contact Details

Position Courtesy of www.jobs.wa.gov.au please refer to the website for further details and how to apply.

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