About the role
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced electrical safety professional to join our team as a Lead Inspector. As part of the Field Services Team in the Electrical Safety Office (ESO), you will work with limited supervision to deliver contemporary regulatory and other government services to Queenslanders.
A current Queensland electrical work license is highly desirable for this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitoring and enforcing compliance by exercising the powers of an appointed inspector in accordance with the Electrical Safety Act 2002
* Undertaking a lead role in the investigation of complex or contentious incidents and complaints to ensure appropriate enforcement action is taken to address breaches of electrical safety legislation
* Mentoring and auditing field-based inspectors to ensure OIR operational procedures are being implemented and inspectors are able to undertake their roles in a competent and safe manner
* Providing leadership, strategic direction and support to the Manager for the development and implementation of regional interventions that support the ESO's Business Plan
* Providing direction and oversight of the delivery of the region's proactive Compliance and Engagement Program
* Assisting the Electrical Safety Manager with monitoring of reactive workloads and where required prioritising potential matters for Electrical Licensing Committee referral or escalation to comprehensive investigation
About the Team
The Electrical Safety Office (ESO) works towards preventing death, injury and destruction of property caused by electricity by monitoring and enforcing compliance with electrical safety laws.
We have a vision to achieve electrical safety outcomes through partnering with industry and community. Our six strategic goals are:
1. Partnering with industry and community to achieve electrical safety outcomes.
2. Providing services that are easy to access and responsive to the needs of the industry and community.
3. Assisting industry to comply, whilst ensuring there are consequences for noncompliance.
4. Using a risk and evidence-based approach to design interventions and policy responses.
5. Providing electrical safety information, education, and targeted interventions.
6. Empowering a competent, confident, and collaborative team.
What We Are Looking For
Submit your resume and a short statement outlining your ability to undertake the responsibilities and requirements outlined in this position description.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
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