Arbitrator (Case Management)
About the Position
WorkCover WA is the government agency responsible for overseeing the workers’ compensation and injury management system in Western Australia. An opportunity has arisen at WorkCover WA for an experienced legal practitioner to take on the key role of Arbitrator, Case Management in the Workers’ Compensation Arbitration Service of WA.
The Arbitration Service is a high performing and collegiate environment responsible for the resolution of complex disputes in the WA 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.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate relevant experience in dispute resolution, litigation and effective case management. An understanding of, or experience in the WA workers’ compensation system or in personal injury litigation is desirable, but not essential.
To undertake this important role you must be a legal practitioner of not less than five years’ standing as defined in the Legal Profession Act 2008 with relevant post admission experience in a legal role.
The appointee to the position will work in conjunction with the existing Arbitrator (Case Management).
The position will be filled on a contract basis for a 12 month term with possible extension and/or permanent appointment.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which they may be considered for appointment to Arbitrator (Case Management) positions over the next 12 months.
Part time applications will be considered.
Further information about the Position
For further information about this position, please refer to the attached JDF.
Prospective applicants should contact Mr Sam Nunn, Registrar on 9388 5687 prior to submitting an application.
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; and
- Criminal History Screening.
Applying for the Position
You can submit your application for this position via the ‘Apply for job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should include the following documentation:
- a current and comprehensive resume;
- a covering letter in which you demonstrate your skills and experience as they relate to the statement of duties of this role in no more than three (3) pages.
It is not necessary to specifically address the selection criteria, but you should take them into account when writing your covering letter.
Attachments
- arbitrator (case management) - sc5 - signed jdf.pdf
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