Government - State (Government & Defence)
WorkSafe is Victoria's workplace health and safety regulator. We are also the workplace injury insurer. Our job is to reduce workplace harm and improve outcomes for injured workers. This is our promise to the Victorian community and the reason we exist.
Technical Recoveries Advisor $116,223 per annum + Superannuation Ongoing role Geelong Location - Hybrid (minimum 3 days in the Geelong office is required) About the role This role sits within WorkSafe's Dispute Management Division, which has the primary responsibility for the management of common law claims and related litigation; recovery of paid compensation from liable third parties; oversight of claim related litigation generally; and contract management of WorkSafe's Legal Panel Firms and Cost Consultants.
The purpose of this role is to identify, allocate, instruct, and effectively manage WorkSafe's recovery of paid compensation under Section 369 of the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013, for a portfolio of matters, from negligent third parties. Specifically, the Technical Recoveries Advisor will be responsible for the assessment, negotiation, management and resolution of claims allocated to Legal Panel firms and internally at WorkSafe.
Key Accountabilities Strategically identify, from available data, common law application and information (including Claims Agent files), potential recoveries including from TAC and non-TAC related incidents. Applying common law principles and legislative requirements, determine the appropriate extent of a third party's liability to WorkSafe and make informed decisions on the costs/benefits and risks as to whether to pursue recoveries. Within the model litigant framework, resolve WorkSafe's right to recover compensation, including providing appropriate instructions to WorkSafe's solicitors to resolve claims. Manage some claims directly (without external solicitors) and negotiate directly with public liability insurers in order to resolve WorkSafe's right of recovery. Assist in the ongoing development of the recoveries litigation framework to continuously improve legal processes and litigation strategies. Please ensure you click here to view the Position Description provided for additional information on accountabilities for this role. About you You have extensive knowledge of recoveries or common law litigation management and the capability to apply legal skills and expertise to design and drive strategic and structural changes within the legal panel to effect efficient outcomes. Your effective negotiation and influencing skills are the foundation for the outcomes you achieve.
You are experienced in analysing legal documentation e.g. Statements of Claim and other pleadings, Interrogatories, Affidavits, legal advises etc. paired with experience in the field of workers compensation, particularly as it relates to legislative requirements, application of the WIRCA, ACA, TAA, Wrongs Act, case law and associated litigation processes In addition, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
Exercising a high degree of judgement in leading and directing panel firms on legal and procedural aspects of Section 369 Recoveries litigation and using case law appropriately in this area of practice High level strategic, analytical, legal and litigation decision making capabilities Strong management, administrative, organisation and planning skills to manage key litigation events Experience in managing legal practitioners through effective legal direction and providing litigation instructions within a complex regulatory environment Sound technical knowledge of the law of negligence in relation to personal injury, and insurance principles including indemnity and dual insurance. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse array of stakeholders Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise work and meet prescribed deadlines Intermediate computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, email and sound knowledge of WorkSafe's ACCtion system Experience with a legal, agent or professional services environment with an understanding of legal system and litigation process Qualifications You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and expertise working in a legal environment and may have relevant legal qualification or significant experience instructing solicitors. Working with Us At WorkSafe, we aspire for every employee to feel connected, safe and valued in their team, for teams to feel valued in the workplace, and for WorkSafe to be valued in the community.
We believe that a diverse workforce is the key to delivering the best outcomes for the Victorian community and strongly encourage applications from all people, including First Nations people and people with disability, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, sexualities and genders.
What's next? Applications close 11:00pm - Monday, 20th May 2024 - Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.
Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You may be required to undergo a National Police Check (and/or Medical Assessment) as part of the recruitment process.
Candidate screening may take place prior to the advertisement closing, so get your application in.
WorkSafe's Strategy has our core purpose front of mind - reducing workplace harm and improving outcomes for injured workers. We don't shy away from the importance of our purpose to the Victorian community, that's why we have a stated ambition to be world leading.
We want Victoria to be the safest place to work in Australia and one of the safest in the world; and we aspire to be a world leader in return to work after a workplace injury.
WorkSafe are striving to build a diverse workforce that reflects the Victorian community we serve.
Broadly, the responsibilities of WorkSafe Victoria are to:
1) help avoid workplace injuries occurring
2) enforce Victoria's occupational health and safety laws
3) provide reasonably priced workplace injury insurance for employers
4) help injured workers back into the workforce
5) manage the workers' compensation scheme by ensuring the prompt delivery of appropriate services and adopting prudent financial practices.
Your rights and responsibilities
Know your responsibilities in providing a safe and healthy workplace for your workers.
Returning to work
Getting back to work can reduce the impact of an injury on a worker and their family.
Make your workplace safer
Discussing safety at work is a legal requirement, it's also smart management.
Health and Safety Representatives
Health and safety representatives play an important role in making workplaces safer.
What insurance do I need?
Injury insurance provides cover for the costs of entitlements for any injured or ill workers.
Occupational Health & Safety
Legislative and administrative measures to improve occupational health and safety.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
Broadly, the responsibilities of WorkSafe Victoria are to:
1) help avoid workplace injuries occurring
2) enforce Victoria's occupational health and safety laws
3) provide reasonably priced workplace injury insurance for employers
4) help injured workers back into the workforce
5) manage the workers' compensation scheme by ensuring the prompt delivery of appropriate services and adopting prudent financial practices.
Your rights and responsibilities
Know your responsibilities in providing a safe and healthy workplace for your workers.
Returning to work
Getting back to work can reduce the impact of an injury on a worker and their family.
Make your workplace safer
Discussing safety at work is a legal requirement, it's also smart management.
Health and Safety Representatives
Health and safety representatives play an important role in making workplaces safer.
What insurance do I need?
Injury insurance provides cover for the costs of entitlements for any injured or ill workers.
Occupational Health & Safety
Legislative and administrative measures to improve occupational health and safety.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
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