The Department of Environment Regulation (DER) was created on 1 July 2013 and is primarily responsible for:
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 6 month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
Note: from late 2018/early 2019 the Department of Environment Regulation's metropolitan offices, including this position, are planned to relocate to Joondalup.
THIS IS A PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 20 SEPTEMBER 2016
The Senior Air Quality Officer (Modelling) is responsible for undertaking complex air quality modelling, development of complex strategies and policy and the provision of technical advice, analysis and support rearding air dispersion models.
Candidates must possess demonstrated experience and understanding in the use of the science underpinning air quality models as well as in the analysis of computer air dispersion model result and field data. The candidate should also have a comprehensive knowledge of current computer air quality models and modelling practices to be considered for this position.
Core Responsibilities
- Understand and apply legislation. Ability to understand and apply legislation and policy to support government and organisational objectives.
- Critical thinking and decision making Ability to conceptualise, analyse and evaluate information to develop practical solutions and make informed decisions.
- Communication and negotiation Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including the ability to gain consensus and commitment from others and resolve issues and conflict.
- Deliver products and services Ability to deliver products and services to the required standards within the required timeframes.
- Relationships and people management Ability to work effectively with a diverse team of professionals manage and develop self and champion change.
- Technical and occupational specific A specified qualification or an approved equivalent in accordance with clause 12 of the Public Service Award.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Mr Philippe Najean on (08) 9333 7448, or for further information about the Department of Environment Regulation please visit www.der.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position applicants should address the Capabilities (selection criteria) in the attached Job Description Form in no more than a total of four (4) pages. A comprehensive CV should be attached. To ensure that you submit all of the required information in your application, please ensure that you read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Word or PDF format.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
DER is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. In addition to the attractive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a healthy environment for WA, DER offers a number of incentives including: Attractive salary packaging scheme; flexible working arrangements and well established development programs.