$112,402 per annum + 11.5% super / Full-time permanent position 13 weeks training, paid at full salary Victorian (state-based role) – various offices will be available across Victoria About the opportunity At WorkSafe we are aiming to make Victoria a global leader in workplace safety and wellbeing. We’re looking for people who share our passion to bring their own industry knowledge and/or safety experience to join us in making a real difference together. As a WorkSafe Inspector, you will attend a comprehensive training program in a supportive environment. Once appointed, you will spend a large portion of your time inspecting workplaces across the renewables sector all across Victoria. During inspections, you will assess compliance with legislative requirements and take appropriate action. This may range from providing advice and information to enforcing compliance measures.
Technical Inspector - Renewables (State-Based)
About you
Our people come from a diverse range of professional backgrounds but share a common goal of ensuring Victorian workplaces are safe and that all workers return home safely at the end of each day. Ideally, you will demonstrate the following:
* Availability to travel to various worksites across Victoria as needed
* A systems-thinking approach through experience and/or application
* A strong technical and practical knowledge of the renewables or construction industry, as well as an understanding of the application of design, operational systems, processes and procedures to reduce the incidence and severity of injury
* Highly developed critical thinking, influencing, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
* The ability to assess and investigate situations efficiently to make timely decisions
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, interpret, and apply legislation or technical standards in a regulatory capacity
* Proficiency in computer systems and technology
* Qualifications in OHS or relevant industry/safety experience is desirable
Recruitment & training process
Below are indicative dates for each recruitment stage. Please note these may be subject to change. Specific dates will be provided to applicants as they progress:
* Applications(online): Open now until 11:00pm Monday 7th April
* Video Interviews & Cognitive Assessments(online): Mid-late April
* Psychometric Assessments(online): May
* Panel Interviews(in person): June
* Police, Reference & Medical Checks(in person): June/July
* Offers & Contracts(online): July/Aug
* Employment / Induction Start Date(in person): Late Aug/Early Sept
* Induction End Date(in person): 13 weeks after commencement
If applicants wish to be considered for multiple roles, individual applications should be submitted for each separate role/location of interest.
Information sessions
We are hosting virtual information sessions to help you learn more about our organisation, culture, different inspector roles, and our recruitment and training processes. These sessions are optional and do not form part of your application. Available dates:
* Tuesday 1st April (5:30pm start)
* Thursday 3rd April (12:30pm start)
Eligibility requirements
* Only applications submitted via the WorkSafe Victoria Careers website will be considered
* Applicants must hold a valid, unrestricted Victorian Driver's Licence (or be eligible to obtain one)
* Applicants must ensure their availability for all recruitment activities and induction training dates set by WorkSafe, as individual leave requests may not be able to be accommodated. Induction is scheduled for 3 days at our Essendon Fields office and 2 days at your local office each week for the full 13 week period. Successful applicants will also be required to enrol in a Diploma of Government.
* Preferred candidates must successfully complete a National Criminal History Check, Reference Checks, and Medical Checks. Given the physical demands of this role, we must ensure you can perform the required duties safely.
* Eligibility for ongoing employment with WorkSafe Victoria requires Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency
Please note, due to the volume of applications received, individualised feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.
For further information please visit our WorkSafe Victoria Careers page or contact us at careers@worksafe.vic.gov.au