This is a permanent, full-time vacancy.

About the role

The Operations and Capability Branch comprises of four sections and is responsible for strengthening operational capability, workforce development, governance, and service delivery across the Sheriff's Office. The branch plays a critical role in supporting frontline operations through effective training, logistics, policy development, and oversight of the Sheriff's Operations Centre (SOC).

The Manager Operations and Capability leads the coordination and delivery of training, logistics, and policy and procedure functions, ensuring these services are aligned, responsive, and support operational excellence across the state. The role also oversees the SOC, a 24/7 coordination hub that enables statewide operational awareness, real-time decision-making, and timely response to emerging issues.

Working closely with the Executive Manager Operations and Capability, the position provides strategic advice on operational trends, risks, and emerging issues, contributing to continuous improvement and informed decision-making. The role also drives capability development initiatives to ensure staff are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and resources required to meet evolving operational demands.

In addition, the Manager contributes to emergency management arrangements and supports coordinated responses to incidents impacting courts and tribunals across Western Australia.

The Sheriff’s Office of Western Australia plays a vital role in supporting the justice system and community safety across the State. Our responsibilities include:

- Enforcing civil court orders

- Enforcing fines, penalties and infringement notices

- Serving witness summonses on behalf of the State

- Delivering court and tribunal security and custodial services

- Managing jury services across Western Australia.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

- Shapes and Manages Strategy - Demonstrated experience leading operational capability, governance or service delivery functions, with the ability to provide strategic advice,



identify emerging risks and trends, and develop initiatives that support organisational objectives and operational excellence.
- Achieves Results - Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver complex programs and services, including training, logistics, policy, or operational support functions, ensuring outcomes are achieved through effective planning, prioritisation, resource management and continuous improvement.
- Builds Productive Relationships - Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration, consultation and shared ownership of operational and capability outcomes.
- Communicates and Influences Effectively - Highly developed communication and influencing skills, including the ability to provide clear and accurate advice, prepare high-quality reports and briefings, and effectively communicate complex operational information to diverse audiences to support informed decision-making.

Benefits and opportunities

- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements in relation to the above Suitability Requirements.
2. A statement no more than 1 page,



addressing the following Suitability Requirement, including an example that demonstrates your capability and/or achievements in this area:

- Achieves Results

1. Contact details of two work related referees, one of whom should be your current/ most recent supervisor/manager.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered in the Perth Metropolitan area during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Ben Leadbeatter, Project Director on (08) 9425 7*** for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email ***************@justice.wa.gov.au.

Submitting your application

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ************@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 *** for assistance.

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📌 Manager Operations and Capability (Perth)
🏢 Department Of Justice
📍 Perth