Salary: PSO Level 5 SC $159,345 - $172,595 per annum
Location: Perth
Unit/Division: Department of Health > Environmental Health
Are you experienced in managing public health risks from chemical hazards?
Do you enjoy leading a small team of passionate professionals? 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.
Position Profile
The position is responsible for leading and managing the Chemical Hazards team in the Department's Environmental Health Directorate (EHD) and contributing to the strategic and business planning of the Directorate. This role involves leading programs to manage public health risks from environmental hazards, overseeing expert advice on public health impacts, and applying toxicology and risk assessment disciplines to complex environmental data. The position also shapes, leads, and monitors statewide policies and legislation based on evidence and represents the state's interests at a national level.
This is a permanent full-time appointment at 75 hours per fortnight.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our services.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service and is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed-term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Applicants must undertake criminal records screening and integrity checks as part of the process. Additional checks such as working with children or health assessments may be required. References may be contacted to assess integrity and ethical behavior. Adverse information does not necessarily disqualify applicants but will be considered.
This selection process may be used to fill other similar vacancies within the health service for up to twelve months from the endorsement date.
Employee Benefits
Benefits may include:
* 11.5% employer-contributed superannuation
* Salary packaging arrangements
* Professional development and study leave
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
Selection Criteria
Please see the attached Job Description Form available at
Further Information
Contact Dr. Michael Lindsay at 08 9222 2015 for more details.
If experiencing difficulties applying online, contact Employee Services at 13 44 77 during business hours.
Application Instructions
Apply online at Include a cover letter, a statement addressing the selection criteria (2-3 pages), and a detailed CV. Ensure all documents are ready before starting the application process.
Lodgement is system-generated. Applications submitted after 4:00 pm on the closing date, or via email, will not be accepted.
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