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Workplace Injury Commission (WIC)
Melbourne
$279,239 total remuneration package + attractive executive benefits
About Us
At the Workplace Injury Commission (WIC), we help thousands of injured workers and employers every year to resolve their disputes and move forward with their lives
We're a Victorian Statutory Authority established under the Accident Compensation Act (1985) . We are responsible for delivering fair, informal and cost-effective dispute resolution services to the Victoria community
Our conciliation and arbitration services help resolve injured worker's compensation disputes in accordance with the objectives and requirements of the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act (Vic) 2013 and Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act (Arbitration) Act 2021 respectively
WIC's ambition is to become the leading dispute resolution service in Australia and to achieve this, it is embarking on a four-year transformation which takes into consideration recent WorkCover Modernisation legislation
WIC is currently undertaking a significant transformation to uplift organisational capabilities & services both internally (to its workforce) and external to the Victorian community
Our Values
The Principal, Dispute Resolution is expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the Core Values of WIC, Public Sector Values as outlined in the Public Administration Act 2004 , and associated Codes of Conduct. Our values are:
RESPECT - treating others as you wish to be treated; and ensuring freedom from discrimination, harassment and bullying
INTEGRITY - being honest, open and transparent; striving to earn and sustain trust by doing what you say you will
ACCOUNTABILITY - accepting responsibility for decisions and actions; delivering on commitments; working to clear objectives in a transparent manner
IMPARTIALITY - making decisions on merit without bias; ensuring independence, understanding and respect; acting fairly by objectively considering all relevant facts
Relevant Status
WIC exercises functions under the following legislation:
The impact you'll have
We are looking for a progressive and dynamic Principal, Dispute Resolution, to join our high-performing Executive Leadership Team. In this role, you will elevate standards and expectations and lead the strategic transformation of our service - so that injured workers have access to outstanding impartial dispute resolution services and support
As the senior decision maker on WorkCover disputes for WIC, you will ensure the provision of accurate and impartial technical and legal guidance to your team of Conciliation and Arbitration Officers in relation to WIC's legislative mandate
You will also have an in-depth knowledge of Victorian public sector, including relevant standards, and provide strategic direction on how we achieve our organisational goals, improve organisational performance and promote a professional, inclusive and collaborative learning culture within your own team and the organisation
The Principal, Dispute Resolution will play an integral role in the transformation of WIC's service including the design, implementation and continuous improvement of our ‘ways of working' and associated technology. You will provide strategic direction on the transformation of our service and drive the change required to ensure WIC delivers high-quality, timely and accessible dispute resolution services to injured workers into the future
Who we're looking for – About You
To succeed in this role, you will:
Qualifications for appointment:
The Workplace Injury Commission sets the following qualifications for a person to be eligible to be appointed as Principal, Dispute Resolution
Essential
Highly Regarded
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements:
Essential
Desirable
Reporting Relationships:
The Principal, Dispute Resolution has six direct reports consisting of Conciliation Team Managers, Arbitration Practice Manager and Senior Legal Officer with wider accountability for the arbitration and conciliation teams
Resolution matters. And so do you
We're a stable, purpose-driven organisation that offers you meaningful work, a welcoming and vibrant team culture, and a range of benefits, including:
Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:
As the Principal, Dispute Resolution, you'll play a vital role in supporting WIC to help injured workers and employers overcome some of the most challenging times of their lives
Respect is a key value here. We trust and empower you to be your best self, at work and home
Bring your diverse thinking and help make us even better
We offer you real professional development opportunities plus a wide range of rewards and benefits to help you thrive
Visit our careers site – Careers - to find out more and read the stories of our incredible people - Meet Our People page
Want to help us shape a brighter future? Join us
Take your career to the next level with the Workplace Injury Commission. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link
Please note: Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires
Applications close : Monday 3 June 2024 at 11:59pm
Our commitment to diversity and flexibility
WIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact us via email
Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment
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