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Unit/Division: Department of Health > System Performance Are you passionate about the protection of public health? Do you want to lead and be part of an effective and passionate public health compliance team? If so, then we want to hear from you! Join the Environmental Health Directorate at the Department of Health and be part of something rewarding. The Environmental Health Directorate: Has a crucial role in managing environmental health matters at a statewide level. We deliver a diverse range of activities, including the administration of 5 Acts and 26 subsidiary regulations. As a trusted regulator, community educator, and capacity builder, we work together with state and local governments and industry to protect the health and safety of the WA community. Successful applicants will be expected to lead a small team in the Environmental Health Directorate and work on a range of compliance activities focused on protecting public health. This position is responsible for leading the operational delivery of System Performance compliance activities and contributes at a strategic level to ensure business improvement initiatives and change management strategies are identified and appropriately implemented. The role also involves liaising with internal and external stakeholders on pesticide safety and environmental health issues to promote and ensure compliance with approved controls to minimize risks to public health. Ideal candidates will be: Methodical Skilled in compliance Organized A team player Join us to deliver services that support and improve the health of Western Australians. About the Department of Health: Our mission is to lead and steward the WA health system, comprising eight independent Health Service Providers. Covering 2.5 million square kilometers, our 50,000-strong workforce delivers health services across the largest health authority in the world. We are a values-driven organization working together for a healthier Western Australia. Benefits include: 11% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025 Flexible working arrangements, including work from home options Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance Generous salary packaging options Public Service Holidays Fitness Passport Membership for wellbeing benefits across Perth Modern end-of-trip facilities and changerooms Proximity to Claisebrook train station, public buses, and the caf strip on Royal Street How to apply: The attached Job Description Form (JDF) details this role. The essential criteria from this JDF will be used to assess suitability for interview and the role. Apply online by submitting: A written statement (max 2 pages) demonstrating how your knowledge, skills, and experience meet the six (6) selection criteria in the JDF A comprehensive CV (max 3 pages) showing your degree, skills, experience, key achievements, and two professional referees (one preferably your current line manager) Review all information in the advertisement and the attached JDF for more details. All work-related requirements will be assessed during the selection process. Interviews are planned for the week of 19 May 2025. Eligibility: You must provide proof of your right to live and work in Australia for the contract period. For a permanent role, Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required. You will need to provide proof if successful. WA Health conducts criminal record screening and integrity checks for positions of trust and responsibility. Referees may be asked to comment on your integrity and ethical behavior. Diversity and Inclusion: The Department of Health values diversity and encourages applications from gender-diverse individuals, Aboriginal people, young people, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please indicate if you belong to any of these groups. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Healths Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Aboriginal applicants are encouraged to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact the hiring manager. Aboriginal applicants can seek assistance from Jobs and Skills WA at 13 64 64. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for potential appointments over two years. Appointments may be made when similar vacancies arise. Late or email applications will not be considered, and submissions after 5:00 pm will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr