Level 6 & 7 | Pool Ref AV0008 Emergency Management Campaign

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead 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 opportunity

Join DPIRD's mission to protect Western Australia's primary industries and regions. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and dedicated individuals to help prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from biosecurity incidents within WA. DPIRD manages significant pest incursions and oversees the management of any animal, plant and aquatic pest incursions of national significance.

DPIRD’s Emergency Management team leads the Department’s capacity to protect and safeguard our primary industries and regions by preventing and mitigating the impacts of hazards, ensuring we have the capability to effectively and efficiently respond to hazards and emergency situations.

Be a part of our Emergency Management response team and contribute to safeguarding WA.

Apply now and make a difference!

We are looking to establish a pool of the following positions to work on current and future responses. The pool will be used to fill vacancies of up to 24 months, dependent on operational requirements:

Level 6 & 7 Deputy Incident Controller

Level 6 & 7 Operations Managers

Level 6 & 7 Planning Manager

Level 6 Logistics Manager

Level 6 Deputy Operations Manager

Level 6 Deputy Planning Manager

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Forms (JDF).

Equity and Diversity

At 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 Apply

Click 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.

A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity, and addresses the following core capabilities:

Level 6:

Deliver in a changing environment - Highly developed project management, planning and organisational skills including the ability to prioritise and complete tasks within deadlines.

Lead and empower others - Proven experience in leading and motivating teams to effectively deliver on complex projects or programs.

Level 7:

Deliver in a changing environment - Demonstrated high-level project management and organisational skills including the ability to plan and coordinate in a complex environment.

Lead and empower others - Highly developed management skills with the ability to lead, motivate and influence teams to effectively deliver on complex projects of programs

As there are multiple positions and levels are being advertised, please clearly specify in your cover letter which level(s) and position(s) you are applying for. You can apply for multiple levels and positions within the same application, but you only need to address the core capabilities of the highest level you are applying for.

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 Jade Sustek, Assistant Director Emergency Response, on 0499 446 497.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.

Employment Conditions and Additional Information

DPIRD 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.

The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.

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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