Senior Licensing Officer , Queensland Health

Manage applications for licences and approvals | Perform technical assessments and the exercise of legislative delegations under public health legislation.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO5
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/QPHSS523940
Closing date 10-Jan-2024
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Contact person Peter Hickey
Contact details (07) 3328 9417
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The role
The Senior Licensing Officer is responsible for the management of applications for licences and approvals, and includes performing technical assessments and the exercise of legislative delegations under public health legislation.
You will:

• Provide leadership and management of licensing staff, ensuring applications are processed in a quality, efficient and timely manner.
• Perform technical assessments of applications for licences and approvals and exercise legislative delegations.
• Manage the licensing function of the Branch including providing advice on licensing policy, developing business processes, procedures, and quality assurance activities.
• Manage licensing revenue to ensure that licensing related fees are accounted for in accordance with relevant legislative requirements and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development, review and implementation of strategic and operational plans that link with Unit outcomes.

The successful person
You will have demonstrated:

• knowledge of or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of Health Protection licensing functions, systems and practices.
• understanding and high-level ability to apply contemporary leadership principles to develop and maintain an effective and motivated team in a changing environment with a client service orientation.
• well-developed interpersonal, communication and consultative skills.
• well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to licensing functions and systems.

About us
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
Health Protection and Regulation Branch within the Public health Pillar is responsible for safeguarding the community from potential harm or illness caused by hazards and harmful practices, and enhancing the protective elements of water quality, fluoridation, food safety, radiation safety, medicines and poisons safety, healthcare legislation and chemical safety.
Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).
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