Job description
WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) and associated legislation for Workers’ Compensation and Labour Hire Licensing.
The WorkSafe ACT Major Investigations Team is growing, and we have a temporary Investigator position available. This position would suit an individual with a background or focus on regulatory compliance and investigations as well as work health and safety from within various industry sectors. You will have practical knowledge and experience of investigations and desirably an understanding of psychosocial matters.
No two days are the same in the Major Investigations team.
Do you have the ability to deal with sensitive situations?
Are you passionate about making a difference in the community?
Looking to make a career change?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be the next WorkSafe ACT Investigator we are looking for!
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
working within a team and independently
working cooperatively with other inspectors undertaking workplace visits and issuing regulatory notices
conducting and managing workplace investigations in accordance with best practice which will involve managing exhibits, preparing briefs of evidence for court and the giving of evidence in court
gaining cooperation from people in challenging and confronting situations
conducting investigations and providing advice in accordance with legislation administered by WorkSafe ACT
drafting reports, investigation plans, briefing notes, correspondence and other written material relating to investigations
conducting records of interviews and statements
participating in team meetings, planning and training activities, and
maintaining records in accordance with the Territory Records Act 2002
Essential requirements include:
must be flexible regarding shifts, and able to respond after hours (e.g. for emergencies), and
current unrestricted driver’s licence.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQA+ are encouraged to apply. We are looking for individuals from various backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive difference to the health and safety of ACT workers. If you believe you have the investigative experience and skills necessary to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Note: This is a temporary position for three months. Selection may be based on referee reports and written application only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. This position will be in a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.
How to Apply: Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include a supporting pitch (written statement) of no more than two (2) pages addressing the skills under the ‘Ideal Candidate’ section in the Position Description. Please also ensure you demonstrate your ability to meet the ‘Essential Requirements’.
Applicants should also provide a current curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees. Referee reports may be sought at a later stage.
Applications should be sent to the Contact Officer.
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Note
This is a temporary position for three months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.
Career interest categories:
Administration and Governance
Leaders and Senior Management
Regulation