Director, General and Construction Operations

2 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the Work Health and Safety Commissioner.

WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation.

WorkSafe ACT has an exciting permanent vacancy for a motivated and highly organised professional to fill the role of Director, General and Construction Operations.

You will provide strategic oversight of a high functioning team of inspectors responsible for conducting inspections and workplace visits. The Director, who is part of WorkSafe ACT’s broader senior leadership group, will manage the day-to-day operations of large parts of the Inspectorate.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

- Leading, managing, and monitoring the performance of Senior Inspectors (SOGCS).
- Implementing plans and strategies for the monitoring of individual performance and development and setting work priorities in line with corporate objectives.
- Preparing complex written material, including operational planning, policies, and procedures.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and influencing opinion with stakeholders.
- Providing guidance and advice to Senior Inspectors regarding complex WHS matters.
- Engaging with stakeholders as required.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Eligibility/Other Requirements**:

- Relevant qualifications are highly desirable. Significant experience in fields such as health and safety, law enforcement, audit, government inspections or law.
- Ability to perform the functions of an authorised Inspector in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Current unrestricted drivers’ licence.
- Willingness to:

- wear a uniform, and
- participate in an after-hours on-call manager’s roster.

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