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 FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (COVERING PARENTAL LEAVE) FOR UP TO 12 MONTHS WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY. IT IS EXPECTED THAT THIS PROCESS WILL BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES (CONTRACT OR PERMANENT) OVER THE NEXT 6 MONTHS.
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 2016
Licensing officers are primarily focused on the assessment of incoming applications for works approval and licenses under Part V of the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
This position is in the Resources sector. Future positions may become available in the Waste or Process sectors. Applicants that can demonstrate their technical ability in their chosen field, strong writing and communication skills or strategic environmental problem solving abilities will be well-regarded.
Core Responsibilities
At a foundational level and with demonstrated experience, accountable for supporting:
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The assessment of applications for works approvals (clearing) and licences including the development and maintenance of appropriate regulatory instruments and signing packages within target timeframes.
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The review and actioning of monitoring reports, Annual Environmental and Annual Audit Compliance reports within target timeframes.
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The support provided to the agency’s compliance, investigation and response functions as required.
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Action in relation to environmental regulation issues associated with prescribed premises including resolution of contentious issues and operational policy and guidance development.
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The development, maintenance and sharing of expertise to improve knowledge and build capability throughout the Department.
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Other duties as required.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Ms Danielle Eyre on (08) 9333 7417, 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
The Department of Environment Regulation 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, the Department of Environment Regulation offers a number of incentives including: Attractive salary packaging scheme; flexible working arrangements and well established development programs.