About the Position

We are seeking to establish a pool of suitable applicants for an experienced legal practitioner to take on the key statutory role of Arbitrator (Case Management) in the Workers Compensation Arbitration Service of Western Australia.

The Arbitration Service is a high performing and collegiate environment responsible for the resolution of complex disputes in the Western Australian workers compensation and injury management scheme.

Arbitrators are independent decision makers on workers compensation disputes and preside over arbitrations to ensure fair and efficient resolution of those disputes. The Arbitrator (Case Management) handles a high volume of files, case managing progress towards arbitration through directions and interlocutory hearings.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a track record in dispute resolution, litigation, and effective case management. An understanding of, or experience in the Western Australian workers compensation system or in personal injury litigation is desirable, but not essential.

To be eligible to apply, prospective applicants must be an Admitted Legal Practitioner of not less than five years standing as defined by the Legal Profession Uniform Law Application Act 2022, with relevant post-admission experience in a legal role.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which they may be considered for fixed term or permanent appointment to Arbitrator positions over the next 12 months. Appointees to the pool may also be offered sessional work.

Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies that occur throughout the Agency over the coming 12 months. 

About WorkCover WA

WorkCover WA is responsible for regulating and administering the workers compensation scheme on behalf of the government and community of Western Australia. We work with employers, workers and service providers to achieve a contemporary workers compensation scheme that is fair, accessible and affordable. Our goals are built around leadership, strategic scheme management, and building an agile and innovative organisation.

We continuously seek to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. WorkCover WA encourages people who are representative of the broad Western Australian community to apply.

Some of the benefits our employees enjoy are:

• a variety of professional development opportunities;
• access to our on-site fully equipped gym and facilities;
• free parking at our offices in Shenton Park;
• parental leave – 18 weeks paid and up to 34 weeks unpaid; and
• four weeks (20 days) annual leave for each year of service.

For further information, please visit our website by clicking here.

Further information about the Position

You can obtain more information about the role expectations and responsibilities by contacting Ms Dilhari Gustavino, Arbitrator on (08) 9388 5566. 

Selection Methodology

A variety of assessment methodologies may be used throughout the recruitment process, including but not limited to:

• Interview/s
• Skills assessment
• Aptitude testing
• Psychometric testing
• Referee checks.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a National Police Clearance.

We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective, and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Applying for the Position

You can submit your application for this position via the ‘Apply for job’ button at the top or bottom of the advertisement. Your application should include the following documentation:

1. a current and comprehensive curriculum vitae;
2. a written cover letter (in no more than 3 pages) outlining your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria detailed in the attached JDF.

Applications close Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 5 pm.

Late or pro-forma application will not be accepted.

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