Principal Investigator (MIS*****) Permanent Appointment In this role, you will be contributing to the safety of the community by effectively detecting, deterring and remedying improper practices in relation to legislation administered by Consumer Protection.
Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment?
We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working hours and working at home, to help support you and get the best results possible for our community.
We value diversity and appreciate every individual's perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.
Whether it is enabling good governance to local communities, regulating racing, gaming and liquor activities, resolving consumer and trade disputes, monitoring compliance, protecting workers' health and safety, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, LGIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.
The role As a Principal Investigator, you will lead and manage a team which conducts a range of compliance, enforcement programs and investigation activities into relevant legislation administered by Consumer Protection.
This a varied role which will include planning and coordinating overt and covert inspection activities as part of compliance and enforcement programs to identify and pursue breaches of legislation and regulatory requirements, developing best practice compliance and investigation skills, and providing high level advice to consumers and industry operations about complex and sensitive compliance.
From a team leadership perspective, you will manage the operations of the team including human, financial and physical resources to deliver quality compliance, enforcement and investigative outcomes.
Your proven ability to provide appropriate and accurate advice to consumers, industry, members of the public, and relevant stakeholders about legislation, compliance and enforcement requirements will be key to your success in this role.
Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, leadership capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department and across the WA public sector for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
Eligibility To be eligible for a permanent appointment , applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident,



or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application.
Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise.
Should a qualification be required for this position, applicants must provide their certification and/or academic transcripts to verify relevance to the job requirements.
Qualifications obtained outside of Australia must be provided with an assessment from the Overseas Qualifications Unit to ensure they meet Australian Standards (this is a free service).
To be employed with LGIRS, you must meet the pre-employment requirements of the position and provide consent to undertake relevant pre-employment screening, which may include a Conflict of Interest Declaration, medical assessment, psychometric assessment, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, and/or other relevant checks and clearances.
More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.
Further information Please contact Tim Banfield, Director Investigation and Regulation on (************* or via **************************** or visit our website.
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How to apply We ask for you to provide: A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements and leadership behaviours: Considerable demonstrated knowledge and experience in enforcement programs within a regulatory workplace, including the interpretation and application of legislation using recognised investigative skills, standards and techniques, as well as overt and covert operations.
Proven ability to provide appropriate and accurate advice to consumers, industry, members of the public, and relevant stakeholders about legislation, compliance and enforcement requirements.
Build Capability - You contribute to the development of those in your team or work area by understanding their current capabilities and striving to develop them further.




Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process.
The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.
In the attached Applicant Information Pack , we offer further information on how to apply, and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with LGIRS.
If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Matt Ball, Senior Recruitment Officer on (************* or email ****************************************.
To submit your application, click on the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this page.
You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.
Supporting diversity and inclusion The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.
That's why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.
Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act **** (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for ********* by Diversity Council Australia.
Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.
We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment.
NRS can help you connect with us on: TTY/voice calls – ******* Speak Listen – ************ SMS relay – ************ If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at ****************************************.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Tuesday, 22 September **** (WST) Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted .
It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.
We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.
Attachments - Job Description Form.pdf - Applicant information pack You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.

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