Company description:

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Job description:

Are you someone with extensive experience in Workers compensation and injury management? DEECA is recruiting for a Principal Advisor, Workcover and Injury Management (Principal Advisor) who will be responsible for leading the strategic direction for injury management and return to work for both work and non-work-related injuries and illness. The Principal Advisor will provide leadership to a small team of injury management specialists to provide high quality, responsive advice and technical support in relation to injury management, workers compensation, and other related matters. We will require the successful candidate to have extensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, including the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (WIRC Act), alongside experience with practical application. Relevant experience is complex case management and prevention and early intervention strategies will be well regarded.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in workers' compensation, injury management, occupational rehabilitation or related field is mandatory.
• Knowledge of the Victorian workers compensation scheme, including the WIRC Act is essential.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and proposed Psychological Health Regulations is desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 05 November 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.