Assessment specialist

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power, we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world-leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for Assessment & Approvals Specialist roles at our Perth Head Office, on a Permanent (Full-Time, Part-Time or Job Share basis).

Additionally, further vacancies within either Safety, Quality, Environment and Training and Transmission Energy Transition arising in the next 12 months will potentially also be filled via this recruitment process.

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About this role

As the Assessment and Approvals Specialist, you will be required to support the business to identify safety, environment, quality and training (SEQT) constraints and requirements when planning and prioritising the development, maintenance and inspection of the network and the associated asset strategies.

You will also be required to :

• Identify key environmental, planning and / or heritage constraints and approvals to facilitate project design, scoping and successful delivery, and assist Western Power in delivering outcomes by providing timely and relevant environmental advice (including technical / operational, approvals, strategy and risk).
• Support the business to identify, manage and acquit SEQT requirements (including but not limited to environmental, health / pollution, heritage, land access, urban and regional planning and public safety requirements during the planning, development and prioritisation of the work program and associated projects in a timely manner.
• Contribute to an inclusive, effective and safe working environment by taking responsibility for decisions and behaviours, and the consequences of these.

In building relationships with immediate team members, business partners and external parties, the incumbent is expected to drive commitment to, and model behaviours consistent with the company’s purpose, values and objectives.

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include :

• 5 years of experience in environmental, heritage and statutory planning approvals.
• Demonstrated ability assessing and mitigating SEQT risks in design and asset management related activities.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Proven ability to influence key internal and external stakeholders in relation to SEQT outcomes.
• Self-motivated and determined work ethic with a strong focus on SEQT outcomes.

Our people are our priority

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusivity where all our people are valued and belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all genders, cultures and backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and racially marginalised groups, people with disabilities, young and mature age workers and the LGBTQIA community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include :

• Competitive salary plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements that support part-time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements.
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance.
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
• Access to five Employee Network Groups First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities.
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.

Things to consider

Please note that the final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia. If you have the skills and are committed to our values we will find a place for you!

Applications close on 25th of August 2024. Submit your application by clicking the apply’ button.

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Last updated : 2024-08-22