Description:
VCID No. 883007
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and Fixed Term Full Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/05/2026.
Position Profile: We are seeking suitably experienced individuals to apply for the position of Senior Policy Officer within the Science and Policy Unit in the Environmental Health Directorate. The position will suit someone with experience in developing policy and legislation. The successful applicant will work with the Principal Adviser (Legislation) and a small team dedicated to supporting the legislative and policy needs of the Environmental Health Directorate. Current priority projects include progressing to completion and implementation of the regulations proposed under the Public Health Act 2016.
The Science and Policy Unit is a dynamic team within the Environmental Health Directorate and we are looking for someone with enthusiasm and a strong ability to work independently on time critical projects. The work will involve managing sensitive information, working across government and with other government departments, consulting with co-regulators and industry and engaging with legal services responsible for legislative development.
It is an important role and, in the current climate, will provide the suitable applicant with a very real experience of being involved in significant legislative reform and supporting its implementation across the state and with our co-regulators in local government.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Matthew Lester on 0419 834 789.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au) for the above position by providing a detailed response against the selection criteria in no more than three (3) A4 pages together with a copy of your current resume/curriculum vitae. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.