Salary: FMO Level 4, $109,402 - $114,821 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022Location: Broome, KarrathaClosing Date: 2025-01-20 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)Sustainability and BiosecurityBranch: Compliance NorthFixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeThe Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) leads the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.About the opportunityThere are currently two (2) permanent – full time positions available for immediate filling in Broome and one (1) permanent - full time position available for immediate filling in Karratha.The Senior Fisheries and Marine Officer position offers an exciting opportunity to lead compliance and enforcement activities related to fisheries and marine legislation. This role involves overseeing investigations, surveillance, community education and mentoring employees in compliance activities. You will be responsible for planning and conducting patrols, as well as supporting prosecution processes. Additionally, you will provide guidance on the interpretation of legislation, contribute to the development of operational policies and improving compliance strategies.We are looking for individuals with:Certificate qualifications in compliance and investigations and/or possession of relevant experience.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant compliance legislation, compliance governance framework, and operational procedures.Possession of relevant maritime operations qualifications.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).Equity and DiversityAt DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.How to ApplyClick the Apply button and attach the following to your application:A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees, one should be your current line manager.A cover letter of no more than six (6) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to all the Work Related Requirements within the JDF.As there are multiple locations listed, please clearly state which location/s you are applying for in your application.It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.Need further information?For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Stuart McDowall, Director Regional Compliance North, on 0418 941 507 during office hours.Employment Conditions and Additional InformationDPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.Am I eligible to apply?To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.This pool will be valid for a period of twelve (12) months following finalisation of the process and may be used to fill other same/similar permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies with the possibility of extension or permanency at locations listed in this advert. Please note, being appointed to the pool does not guarantee you a placement to a position.Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted).
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