Department of Mines and Petroleum

Dangerous Goods Safety Branch, Resources Safety Division

Specified Calling Level 2 – $81,348 - $89,905 pa PSGOGA

Pool Reference MP090102

Fixed term contract positions until 31 December 2014 with option for extension and/or permanency.

The Resources Safety Divisionis establishing a pool of suitably experienced candidates who would like to be considered for placements immediately and within the next twelve months as further positions become available over the 12 month life of the pool.

The Position

As a Dangerous Goods Officer you will provide advice to industry and promote high levels of safety in the storage, manufacture, use and handling of dangerous goods at major hazard facilities.

Other duties include administering and enforcing the Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 and regulations, including assessment of safety reports and supporting information, auditing compliance, collecting and analysing dangerous goods incident information and developing preventative measures.

Job Requirements/Competencies

To undertake this role successfully you require;

• Bachelor degree in Science or Engineering or approved equivalent degree.
• Sound knowledge of the hazardous properties of explosives and dangerous goods and their safety management.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex investigations and inspections.
• Possession of a current ‘C’ class driver’s license.

What we offer

The Department of Mines and Petroleum offers an innovative, diverse workplace with opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements to balance personal life and work, as well as a proactive and supportive work environment. To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit www.dmp.wa.gov.au.

This position is located Cannington.

How to apply

You are welcome to apply on-line via our website. Applicants applying on-line complete an application form, and attach a covering letter and a detailed CV. Your CV needs to show your duties and achievements from previous and current roles and you will also need to include the names and contact details of two referees. Your CV will be assessed by the panel for short listing purposes in relation to the job requirements/competencies of the position as mentioned above.

Further in the selection process, the panel will assess your suitability for the position against a broader range of job requirements and competencies. These are listed in the Job Description Form (JDF) and a link to the JDF is provided for your information. There are no selection criteria to address.

Please note that completion of a National Police Clearance, Pre-Employment Medical will also form part of the selection process.

Information

For further job specific information please contact Philip Hine, Director Dangerous Goods on (08) 9358 8161. For information about employment conditions or the application process, please contact David Burley, Senior HR Consultant on (08) 9358 8493.

If you are not able to access our website, please contact 9222 3655 (24-hour voice mail) for an application package. You may apply on-line via the above website or by forwarding your application to Lauren Anstiss, HR Services, Department of Mines and Petroleum, 100 Plain Street, East Perth WA 6004.

Please note that the Department of Mines and Petroleum has a 4 day breach claim lodgement period. Further information can be found by following this link – Claimant’s guide – Breach of Standard Claims

Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies within the next twelve months.

CLOSING DATE: 5.00 pm on Monday 12 November 2012 (WST).