Manager Strategy And Guidance

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 23rd March 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Manager Strategy and GuidanceSalary:Level 8 - $144,596 - $156,598 pa PSCSAA 2022Position No:101382Work Type:Permanent - Full TimeLocation:JoondalupClosing Date:2024-04-05 4:00 PMAttachments:-
-Looking for your next leadership opportunity?Come and join the Environmental Protection Authority Service Directorate. We are looking for an innovative, professional leader who has experience in team management and wants to make a difference to the community and environment.As Western Australia’s primary water and environmental regulator, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has a responsibility to be an influential and future-focused regulator. Our vision is for a low-carbon Western Australia with a healthy environment and secure water resources for future generations.The department holds itself accountable to being fair and committed. We respect First Nations people their knowledge, culture and connection to country. As a forward-looking department we are guided by good science and embrace new technologies and practices to protect the environment and our water resources across the whole of Western Australia and its beautiful and diverse two and half million square kilometres. We value and engage with our stakeholders; to be transparent in all we do and build trusted relationships.Our values-based culture reflects who we are and how we go about business.We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a differenceFind out more about us by visiting our website atThe Opportunity:Come and join us as the leader of our Strategy and Guidance branch in the Environmental Protection Authority Services Directorate, we have an immediate, permanent vacancy and are currently on the lookout for a leader with a strong commitment to climate action and sustainable development, who would embrace the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, responsible for collaborating with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) and key stakeholders across the Department and government to assist with the development and delivery of their Strategic Plan, including their policy and Guidance suite. Responsible for developing and strengthening stakeholder relationships to co-ordinate and prioritise delivery of the EPA's strategic ambitions including practical implementation.The role influences and leads the development of Departmental and EPA policies and procedures through consideration and communication of environmental assessment requirements and implementation of relevant processes and procedures for environmental assessments.As a department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.Our strength is in the diversity of our people and their experience so for further information about the opportunity, or to discuss how your leadership experience can transfer into the Environmental Protection Authority Services team, we encourage you to contact Kathleen Lowry, Executive Director EPA Services on (08) 6364 6535 during business hours.What’s in it for me?We provide an inclusive, agile, and safe workplace that empowers a diverse workforce to make a difference. We offer professional development opportunities, recognise the importance of work-life balance and wellness initiatives, and provide:

• the opportunity to be involved with exciting, interesting, and meaningful work.
• fully flexible working arrangements that are encouraged to facilitate an awesome work-life balance.
• competitive salary plus 11% employer superannuation contribution and access to salary packaging options.
• access to an assortment of personal and professional development and training opportunities.
• leading wellness program promoting a healthy work / life balance that includes funded flu vaccinations and employee assistance programs.
• a strong networking and social environment.
• clearly defined career progression pathways.

How to applyIf you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:

• A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity.
• A two (2) page cover letter outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in context of the work related requirements in the attached Job Description form(JDF).
• Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)

Please Note:

• To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
• The department conducts employment screening which includes a National Criminal History check.

For technical difficulties while applying online or information about the application process, please contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 6471 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications.Access NeedsWe 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 at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 6471.Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent vacancies in the twelve (12) months following completion of this process, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner's Instruction 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.CLOSING DATE: Friday 5 April 2024 at 4:00PM (Australian Western Standard Time)Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.