About the Office of the Appeals Convenor
The Appeals Convenor provides advice to the Minister for Environment on various matters relating to appeals lodged under Part VII of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (EP Act). The primary function is the provision of a report which accompanies each appeal and informs the Minister’s decision.
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (the Department) supports the independent Office of the Appeals Convenor through the provision of Department staff who work to support the Appeals Convenor. The Department provides all corporate support services and is the employing authority for staff of the office. To maintain independence, staff of the Office of the Appeals Convenor are functionally separate to the Department and take direction from the Director at the Office of the Appeals Convenor.
The Office of the Appeals Convenor consists of a team of dynamic and solutions-focused environmental professionals who assist in investigations on a large range of environmental decisions, including environmental impact assessments, permits for clearing native vegetation and conditions applying to works approvals and licences.
The team work closely and collaboratively to support the Appeals Convenor to conduct their duties. The office is conveniently located in central Perth CBD, location close to shops, cafes and public transport with access to a variety of planned building activities and outstanding end of trip facilities.
The Opportunity
The Department is seeking a motivated and professional Appeals Coordinator to triage, coordinate and facilitate timely environmental appeals processes.
As an Appeals Coordinator, you will play an integral role in the functioning of The Office of the Appeals Convenor. We are seeking individuals who are adaptable, bring different perspectives, and have strong transferrable skills to enrich our team’s culture.
Ongoing training and support will be provided to ensure your success in this role.
The Appeals Coordinator is the face of the Appeals Team and collaborates with the Director and the Appeals Convenor to ensure streamlined appeals processes from intake to delivery to the Minister. This role is responsible for receiving and triaging all incoming appeals to the Office of the Appeals Convenor. They define the appeal scope, key issues and analysis approach, screening to ensure all required information has been provided and seeks clarification where required. As the first touch point for all internal and external stakeholders, this role demands the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills. The role works closely with appellants, proponents and stakeholders across the public sector to resolve often challenging issues through to determination by the Minister.
As a Department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.
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Find out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au.
For further information please see the attached position statement about the opportunity and we encourage you to contact Kate Brice, Director, Office of the Appeals Convenor on 0427 074 811 or via email at kate.brice@appealsconvenor.wa.gov.au during business hours.
How to apply
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format;
- A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity;
- A two (2) page cover letter that clearly outlines the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in context of the work-related requirements for the position (as outlined in the JDF attached).
- Please also include two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager).
Please Note:
- To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
- DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.
Access Needs
We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:
- TTY/voice calls – 133 677
- Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
- SMS relay – 0423 677 767
If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 6471 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications .
CLOSING DATE: 4:00pm Thursday 5 December 2024 (Australian Western Standard Time).
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
