Executive Director, Fisheries and Aquaculture Salary: Class 2, $196,891 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022
Closing Date: 2024-11-08 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) leads the sustainable development of Western Australia's regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. We unlock and guide economic opportunities for these sectors and regions, balanced with the stewardship of our land and aquatic resources. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow, and innovate WA's economy, community, and environment.
About the opportunity Following recent enhancements to our executive leadership structure, we are excited to offer one (1) Executive Director Fisheries and Aquaculture position for immediate filling via a Senior Executive Service contract for up to 5 years.
As a member of the Pillar leadership team, the Executive Director is responsible for ensuring Western Australia's aquatic resources are managed and protected for long-term sustainability and community benefit, and that the State's aquaculture industry is appropriately managed to support development, economic growth, and diversification.
About you We are looking for individuals with:
A passion and energy for their work, with the ability to inspire and lead teams effectively.A focus on collaboration and partnerships.Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey vision, expectations, and feedback clearly.A deep understanding of specific industry trends, challenges, and best practices.Flexibility to navigate change and manage evolving priorities effectively.New innovative ideas and approaches, fostering a culture of creativity and improvement.Equity and Diversity At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:
A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.A cover letter of no more than three (3) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge, and experience relate to this opportunity and the Public Sector Commission's Leadership Expectations as outlined in the JDF.Your cover letter should include examples from your previous experience and achievements and demonstrate how your personal values align with those of the department. For an overview of the department's values, view the attached DPIRD Applicant Information Kit.We anticipate that interviews will be held in the week commencing 18 November and referee checks may be undertaken at any stage in the process. Need further information? For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Mia Carbon, a/Deputy Director General on 0477 335 264 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in the first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Employment Conditions and Additional Information DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.
Am I eligible to apply? To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant's expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
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