AddressWho we are
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all heavy vehicles with a gross vehicle mass over 4.5 tonnes. We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 900 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.
About the role
Our Principal Safety and Compliance Officers are passionate about serving the community and making a difference. They manage teams of enforcement operations staff, with the support of our Senior Safety and Compliance Officers.
Key to the role is providing leadership to your teams by striving for continuous improvement, and implementing and coordinating operational plans, outputs and outcomes. You will support leaders and encourage staff to be open to new ways of working.
You will work cohesively across your teams, the broader Operations division and throughout the heavy vehicle industry to ensure the effective delivery of on-roads activities and road safety initiatives.
This role manages teams based in Bathurst and Mt Boyce, with frequent travel required between these locations. Flexibility to occasionally work outside normal hours and travel intrastate to connect with the broader division is a part of the role.
What’s on offer
We are offering a full time, permanent position based in Bathurst or Mt Boyce. Some of the key benefits include:
- Ongoing professional development and support
- Access to wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance
- Access to salary packaging including novated lease
About you
To be considered for the position, you must hold a relevant automotive mechanical trade qualification.
You will have strong experience in leading and managing large teams. This experience will include managing sensitive matters (WHS incidents and performance or disciplinary issues), resources, budget and operational infrastructure.
High level interpersonal and communication skills are required to deliver excellent customer service, foster effective relationships and handle potential conflict, with both internal and external stakeholders.
You will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, with knowledge of the heavy vehicle industry or background in a regulatory environment being beneficial.
Application process
We look forward to receiving your application, including CV and cover letter.
Applications close 11:55pm, 28 May 2024.
To view the position description, visit https://careers.nhvr.gov.au/jobs/search. For any queries, please feel free to contact NHVR Recruitment via ***********@nhvr.gov.au.
Successful applicants will be required to complete a national police and work rights check.
We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.
