Senior Workers Compensation Officer

Perth, WA
$105,167-114,938 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Salary: Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 p.a plus 12% superannuation (PSCSAA 2025)Position number: 023301Work type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Perth CBDClosing date: 2025-09-10 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)Attachments: -
-You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading .This is a permanent, full time vacancy available for immediate filling.About JusticeWhen you join the , you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.About the roleAre you passionate about making a difference in workplace safety and wellbeing? Do you have experience managing complex workers’ compensation and injury management matters in a large organisation? This is your opportunity to take on a pivotal role within our Safety and Health Branch, where your expertise will directly contribute to improving outcomes for our workforce.As a Senior Workers Compensation Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Department’s compliance with Workers’ Compensation and Injury Management legislation. You’ll work collaboratively across business areas to manage complex claims, ensure quality assurance in claims processes, and promote awareness and accountability in claims management practices.EligibilityTo be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.Benefits and opportunities

Flexible working arrangements
Career pathway opportunities
Learning and development opportunity programs
Health and wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport access for employees and their families
Additional benefit outlined in the Applicant Information Pack

Application process
How to applyPlease 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: * Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.

A statement no more than two pages addressing the following selection criteria.

Please provide examples to support your claims.

Relationship Management: Initiate, build and manage productive relationships.
Professional Expertise: Understand the skills, experience and knowledge required to deliver HR activities and apply, develop and source where required.
Culture and Change Management: Identify change processes required to support desired organisational culture.
Contact details of two work related referees.

All remaining Essential capability requirements (selection criteria) will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.Subsequent VacanciesApplicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.For further job-related informationIf you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Trudy Rowles Stacy, Senior Workers Compensation and Injury Management Consultant on 9264 6369 for a confidential discussion.Equity and DiversityThe Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘For further job-related information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.Submitting your applicationApplicants are requested to apply online. 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 ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.To keep you up to date on what is happening in Department of Justice and job opportunities you can go directly to the departments website or follow us on social media.

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