Scientific Officer

VenuesWest; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health agency in Perth is seeking a Scientific Officer for its Tobacco Control Compliance team. Responsibilities include investigating compliance matters and making informed decisions on licensing. The role involves regional travel, requiring a valid working visa or Australian citizenship. The agency offers diverse employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and is committed to public health regulation.

Benefits

12% employer contributed superannuation

Access to salary packaging arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Qualifications

• Must have a valid working visa or be an Australian citizen.
• Strong understanding of Tobacco Products Control Act 2006.
• Ability to travel regionally for field-based tasks.

Responsibilities

• Investigate matters related to tobacco compliance.
• Make decisions on license applications.
• Assist with public health regulation functions.

Skills

Investigation skills

Decision-making

Regulatory knowledge

Public Health understanding

Job description

Overview

Location: East Perth

Unit/Division: Department of Health > Public Health Regulation Directorate

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time and Casual, with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31 October 2027.

Position Profile

We are seeking applications from enthusiastic and dynamic individuals for the position of Scientific Officer to join our Tobacco Control Compliance team in the Public Health Regulation Directorate. The Tobacco Control Compliance team is responsible for the administration of the Tobacco Products Control Act 2006 and regulating the sale and supply of tobacco products across Western Australia.

As Scientific Officer you will be responsible for investigating matters and taking appropriate enforcement action, making robust and well-reasoned decisions relating to licence applications, providing recommendations on legislative matters, and assisting with other public health regulation functions. A portion of this role is field based with some regional travel required. Please ensure you refer to the JDF to see if this role is right for you.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. 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.

Aboriginal Workforce: WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a 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

To be eligible for appointment, 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. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Further Information & How to Apply

For further job related information, contact Alex Ravine at 08 9222 4242.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarizes your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement: Submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.