CLOSING DATE: Monday, 15 June 2020 at 11:45PM WST
Exciting opportunity to lead the protection and long term sustainable management of Western Australia’s soil and land assets for future generations
Are you a dynamic and influential thought-leader?
Do you have the drive and expertise to shape, develop and safeguard WA’s valuable soil and land resources?
Do you want to play a key leadership role in advising and supporting the Minister for Agriculture and Food in ensuring the future of our valuable agriculture and pastoral sectors and implementing Government priorities?
Then we want to hear from you!
About us
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s (DPIRD) purpose is to ensure our regions and primary industries make their best contribution to the enduring prosperity for all Western Australians. Our department ensures that primary industries and regions are key contributors to the Government’s agenda for economic growth and diversification, job creation, strong communities and better places.
We work collaboratively across government, industry and community to advance three goals: Protect, Grow, Innovate.
For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
About the role
We currently have one (1) permanent full- time position available for immediate filling.
Should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process with six months from approval of the initial recruitment decision.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Statutory role and functions as outlined in the Soil and Land Conservation Act (SCLA) 1945.
- Influence and impact – highly visible and dynamic senior leadership role.
- Key advisor directly to the Minister and the Director General.
- Collaborating across government at a state and national level and with peak bodies and stakeholders to shape policy and outcomes.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- The ability to build effective and productive networks and relationships and to communicate with influence.
- Strategic ability to research, conceptualise and analyse complex policy issues and risks.
- The ability to be a thought-leader and to promote sustainable land use management and practices.
- Substantial knowledge and experience in agricultural science and natural resource assessment.
How to apply
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current comprehensive CV, including details of two referees; and
- A covering letter/statement of no more than 3 pages that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience meet Work Related Requirements 1, 2 and 3 detailed in the Job Description Form and in the context of the job specific details in this advertisement.
Applications will be shortlisted against Work Related Requirements 1, 2 and 3. The values and business needs of our Department may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Please note that, should you be shortlisted, your ability to meet the other work related requirements will be assessed through future stages of the recruitment process.
Applicants are required to apply on line by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button at the top/bottom of the screen. Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online and this email address will be used for communication with applicants. Further information is available in the attached Applicant Information Kit.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract and this is required as part of your application.
Further Job Related Information
To discuss this role or for specific enquiries please contact Heather Brayford, Deputy Director General, Sustainability and Biosecurity on 0427 083 409 (during business hours).
Candidate Search
If required, we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
Please note, any successful candidate, including current employees of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, will be offered employment subject to the award and agreement conditions that apply to the advertised role as outlined in the attached JDF. By accepting an offer of appointment, the successful applicant accepts the conditions and entitlements under the specified award and agreement.
Equity and Diversity
DPIRD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
The Department also promotes staff health and wellbeing, through the provision of flexible work provisions and a wellbeing and support program.
If you are having trouble downloading the attachments or lodging your application online, please contact (08) 6552 1943 (during business hours) and quote the Reference number.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 11:45pm will not be accepted)
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has a four day breach claim period. For more information, please see the Public Sector Commission Website