Senior Gas Inspector

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Level 6 $110,309 - $121,569 pa (PSCSAA 2022)
Permanent - Full Time
Cannington
2024-03-06 4:00 PM
Senior Gas Inspector
(00017336, 00017338, 00017366 & MIS20017 )
Permanent Appointment
We have four (4) permanent positions available
Are you looking for a position in which you could make your mark? Would you like to use your knowledge and expertise in our Gas team?
Remuneration package of up to $162,810 per annum*
*Remuneration is based on salary ($110,309 - $121,569), superannuation and attraction and retention incentive (ARI) payments. ARI payments are subject to periodic review and approval. The ARI payment is set to expire on 30 June 2025. Extension of the ARI payment beyond that term is subject to further government decision.
About the role
As Senior Gas Inspector, you will be a part of dynamic team responsible for taking complex and technical activities to ensure compliance with relevant acts as a designated inspector.
This role involves coordinating and undertaking the investigations of fatalities, traumatic and serious incidents; providing advice and information in accordance with the Directorate procedures to management; government investigations; emphatically sharing information with the families of seriously injured or deceased persons; inspecting consumers gas installations, and preparing documentation required to enforce gas, technical and safety legislation; preparing investigation and prosecution reports and presenting evidence in courts. Additionally, you will be responsible for auditing of network operator’s consumer installation inspection system; identifying emerging issues to improve gas, technical and safety performance; recommend legislative amendment and other changes to address those issues.
Your knowledge of relevant Acts, regulations, Australian Standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines that are applicable to gas fitting, gas networks and licensing of gas fitters, and extensive experience in gas distribution systems and their legislation will be key to your success in this role.
About us
The Department supports a safe, fair and responsible future for the Western Australian community, industry, energy and resources sector. We lead with integrity, deliver on commitments, strive for excellence, and look for better ways of doing things.
Underlying everything we do are our values of being respectful, responsive, forward-thinking, transparent, fair, and ethical – these are driven by our staff who make us a success.
To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit , and to keep up to date on activities, you can follow us on .
Where will you work?
This position is located in , offering an excellent opportunity to escape the city and enjoy the benefits of this location. Situated near a shopping centre with various food and entertainment options, you can enjoy the convenience and amenities available nearby.
Commuting to the office is made easy with excellent accessibility via public transport. The Armadale/Thornlie rail line is closed for upgrades and replacement bus services are in operation.
Within the office premises, you’ll find a café with friendly staff, serving great coffee and offering a selection of healthy lunch choices. The office itself is light and open plan, with breakout areas, spacious meeting rooms and multiple kitchen areas. Additionally, you’ll have access to onsite lifestyle facilities, including secure bike storage, fully equipped change rooms, personal lockers or consider a discounted membership at the nearby Cannington Leisureplex a short walk away.
Need further information?
To learn more about the role, please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached. If you have any questions about the role itself to help tailor your application, please contact Adam Crowle, Chief Gas and Plumbing Inspector on (08) 6251 1914.
How to apply
To apply for this position, click ‘Apply for Job’ at the bottom of this page to and complete the online application form.
In your application, please provide a detailed resume outlining your work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points:

• Certificate of competency in gasfitting or a gasfitting permit endorsed G and I with extensive practical industrial gasfitting experience. Class E and P gasfitting permits or equivalent certificates of competency are advantageous.
• Knowledge and practical application of the relevant Acts, Regulations, Australian Standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines that are applicable to gasfitting, gas networks and licensing of gas fitters.
• Sound knowledge of compliance enforcement policies, strategies and practices or Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent.

Need some help with how to apply?
If you need assistance with the application process, please refer to the below videos covering various aspects, including public sector recruitment, resume writing, cover letters, and polishing your application.
We have also attached an Applicant Information Pack for your reference. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Mala Naidoo, Human Resource Officer on (08) 9222 3131 or email .
All requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks listed on the attached JDF will be assessed as part of the selection process. Position conditions are below:

• National Police Check
• Medical Check
• Psychometric Assessment
• Current Western Australian C or C-A class drivers licence or equivalent

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 safety incidents or fatalities, interacting with affected, distressed and/or aggressive people, and exposure to objectionable material such as records containing potentially traumatic content.
The department has specific Potentially Traumatic Event Response Support processes and training available for this role. If you have any questions or would like further clarification about the nature of this position and the supports available, please contact Adam Crowle, Chief Gas and Plumbing Inspector on (08) 6251 1914.
Other benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, creating a supportive, diverse, and innovative work environment, including:

• Great work/life balance with 37.5 hour working week as a standard and flexible working hours for most roles.
• Leave options including purchase leave, deferred leave and long service leave after seven years.
• Flexibility to work at home, in the field and in the office for most roles.
• Stable work, job security, fair remuneration, 11 percent superannuation contributions to a provider of your choice and salary packaging options.
• The ability to give back to your community and make a difference.
• A collaborative environment with the ability to gain insight from subject matter experts in your field.
• Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring.
• Support to grow your skills with a wide range of formal training options.
• Build a healthy lifestyle with our award-winning Health and Wellbeing program.
• Supportive work environment including an Employee Assistance Program to assist you deal with life’s challenges.
• Relocation assistance may be considered.

Supporting a diverse workforce
The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected. Our workforce's diversity is our strength; it enhances our ability to be forward-thinking and responsive in the services we deliver to the Western Australian community. Learn more about our , celebrating individuals and teams who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Suitable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and youth may be given priority consideration over non diversity group applicants to achieve public sector outcomes. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates with disabilities during our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
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.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Wednesday, 6 March 2024 (WST)
Your application submission must be complete by the closing time; applications that are in progress or submitted after this time 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.