Manager Investigations

Job title: Manager Investigations

Company: Government of Western Australia


Job description: Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits to help support you and get the best results possible for our community, then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is for you!Benefits to help support you include job security, flexible work arrangements where operationally viable, salary packaging, a supportive and innovative work environment, and access to training opportunities.We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. By protecting workers’ health and safety, DEMIRS WorkSafe is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.The roleThe Manager Investigations role is within the WorkSafe Investigations Directorate. The position is predominately office based, however you will attend incident scenes, supervise and assist investigators with identifying and securing physical evidence and interview witnesses. You will lead a team of investigators conducting investigations into fatal and serious incidents across a diverse range of industries.In this role, you will prepare and review complex briefs of evidence for matters prosecuted in the Courts, identifying and recommending safety outcomes and preparing and reviewing closure reports for investigations into sensitive and complex fatal and serious incidents.You will share your knowledge and use your relevant management experience, while being responsible for the management and coordination of the investigations conducted by your team, the delivery of timely and quality investigative outcomes and outputs, the liaison with lawyers about the engagement of expert witnesses and evidence.You will coach, mentor, instruct, train, and assess investigators in your team and support inspectors to identify and analyse evidence to produce a range of high-quality documents, including detailed reports and prosecutions briefs.Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.Further informationPlease contact Steve Taylor, General Manager WorkSafe Investigations on (08) 6251 2485 or via or visit . You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on .How to applyWe ask for you to provide:A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points:

• Relevant experience in work, health and safety, equivalent to a diploma or higher qualification of work, health and safety.
• Considerable experience in conducting and managing complex investigations, including the preparation of briefs of evidence to achieve quality outcomes in required timeframes.
• Demonstrated experience in providing leadership, guidance and coaching of a high-performance team to achieve strategic objectives and cultural change.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form. Psychometric testing and pre-employment checks listed on the attached JDF will be assessed as part of the selection process.In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Recruitment Officer, on (08) 9222 3129 or email .To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.This role is identified as having a higher likelihood of exposure to potentially traumatic events. This is any distressing experience or situation in which an individual’s physical or psychological wellbeing may be threatened. This could involve attending or investigating fatalities or safety incidents, interacting with affected, distressed and/or aggressive people, and exposure to material such as records containing potentially traumatic content. The department has specific Potentially Traumatic Event Response Support processes and training available for this role.Supporting diversity and inclusionThe department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department. Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusionWe use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us atCLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Friday, 28 February 2025 (WST)Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.

Expected salary: $134481 – 143736 per year

Location: Cannington, WA

Job date: Tue, 11 Feb 2025 04:36:44 GMT

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