Proactive Investigations Officer

3 weeks ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Victorian Building Authority Full time

A fantastic permanent opportunity for an experienced Investigator to take the next step in their career and join our Proactive Investigations team.
Intelligence-led, proactive investigations provide an important service to the Victorian community, with investigators conducting VBA initiated investigations into suspected breaches of building and plumbing legislation, regulations and professional standards.
This involves analysing data, conducting interviews, preparing reports and detailed briefs of evidence, participating in court proceedings, providing advice and information to the building industry. It also involves working closely with key internal stakeholders to gather information and continuously improve processes.

**Who we are looking for**:

- Demonstrated experience in a compliance or regulatory environment undertaking investigations, gathering information and evidence, preparing reports and/or briefs of evidence with the ability to undertake analysis and reporting of data.
- Proven written and oral communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills, all demonstrated via the undertaking of investigations, analysing information, pursuing lines of inquiry, assessing evidence and preparing reports.
- Demonstrated ability to be positive, decisive and flexible while maintaining impartiality, objectivity and professionalism and act ethically and with integrity and fairness.
- Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or higher with demonstrated practical experience in conducting investigations.

VBA Commitment
We value and encourage flexibility for all, and so we support all our roles to be worked flexibly in some way, including part-time, to support a diverse, adaptive, and high-performing workforce. We encourage you to discuss flexible work options with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.
Working at the VBA - what you can expect
- A hybrid working model
- Challenging work and a continuous learning environment
- Flexible work options including part-time, compressed work schedules, flexible start and finish times, and purchased leave options.
- A competitive salary, 10.5% superannuation and an annual Agility Allowance

How to Apply

**We require you to upload**:

- A detailed copy of your resume
- A cover letter outlining your relevant experience and how you feel it aligns to the role.
- Any other quals or licence if applicable

Important information
- Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of their employment under the VBA's mandatory vaccination policy.



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