Principal Investigator

Location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Ambulance Victoria

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Regulatory Governance and Compliance

Reference: AV/1836629

At Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. This is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you will join a team dedicated to bringing our vision to be a world leading ambulance service to life.

We are seeking a Principal Investigator to provide expert advice on employee misconduct matters, and to build and maintain relationships within the Professional Standards department, and the broader AV.

This is a Full Time, Permanent position. While WFH/Hybrid options are available, it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at Blackburn in line with our hybrid working model.

**About the role**

Reporting to the Senior Manager Investigations, responsibilities of this position include, but not limited to:

- Conduct complex, people-centred, trauma informed employee misconduct investigations within tight timeframes across AV including preparation of the necessary documentation, conducting of investigative interviews, evidence gathering and authoritative report writing
- Supervise Senior Investigators in the investigations team, including providing coaching and guidance to Senior Investigators and revision of their work
- Prepare reports and other technical communications on complex issues that provide options for informed decision making within AV
- Build and maintain positive relationships with peers, senior managers and stakeholders, both within and external to AV, to support a fair, safe and inclusive culture at AV
- Assist the Senior Manager, Investigations in directing and monitoring the activities of the Investigations team, including the professional development and training of staff, and the development and implementation of any Professional Standards business plans and projects as required

**About you**

To be considered for this position you will possess:

- A tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of training and relevant experience in an Employment Law, Employee Relations and/or Industrial Relations or related discipline
- Extensive experience undertaking complex, victim centric and sensitive investigations consistent with the relevant legislative and industrial requirements
- Demonstrated and detailed knowledge and understanding of workplace investigations, practices, and development of effective resolution strategies
- Demonstrated experience in building effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and ability to confidently argue complex concepts, negotiating with tact and diplomacy on difficult issues
- Excellent written skills and demonstration of experience in preparing documentation that includes reports, and recommendations on complex issues which are clear, exhaustive, and provide strong support for a preferred position or action

**Working at Ambulance Victoria**

As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.

We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of **Care, Accountability, Respect**and** Excellence** to life at AV, we want to hear from you

**Important information**

Successful applicants will need to be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct and Police Checks.

**How to apply**
- Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
- Current resume
- At all levels of our organisation_ a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver the Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people._