Freedom of Information Officer

About NOPSEMA National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) – Melbourne VIC The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) is Australia’s independent expert regulator for health and safety, structural integrity, well integrity and environmental management for all offshore energy operations and greenhouse gas storage activities in Commonwealth waters, and in coastal waters where regulatory powers and functions have been conferred. NOPSEMA also administers the functions of the Offshore Infrastructure Regulator (OIR) for the offshore renewables industry, regulating work health and safety, infrastructure integrity, and environmental management for offshore renewable energy infrastructure activities. Role We are seeking an experienced Freedom of Information Officer to join the Legal and Governance Team in our Melbourne or Perth office. The position is initially being offered on a non-ongoing basis for a period of up to two years. The Legal and Governance Directorate provides legal services and support to the Executive and business areas of NOPSEMA. Reporting to the Executive Director/General Counsel – Legal and Governance Directorate, the Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer will be responsible for managing the FOI function of NOPSEMA. Why work for NOPSEMA? As a highly skilled, agile, and competent regulator, our people are our number one asset. NOPSEMA offers competitive remuneration packages, five weeks annual leave, 18 personal leave days per annum, 18 weeks paid parental leave, 15.4% superannuation contribution and flexible working arrangements. Guided by our values of professionalism, ethics, independence, leadership and collegiality, the decisions we make and the actions we take affect individuals, businesses, communities and the environment. Our people can make a difference. Grow your career in the offshore energy sector. Be a part of Australia’s future and apply today. EEO Statement & Inclusive Recruiting Applicants who are First Nations people, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme, declare you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information see Key Responsibilities Assess, process and draft decisions on complex and sensitive Freedom of Information requests made under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) (FOI Act). Act as the point of contact for FOI enquiries and lead and deliver internal training with respect to the FOI Act. Manage external legal service providers regarding reviews made to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. Manage internal and external reporting obligations in relation to Freedom of Information requests. Qualifications & Experience Demonstrated experience in managing complex and sensitive FOI requests, including making FOI decisions. Strong written and oral communication, negotiation and influencing skills, good organisational skills and the ability to communicate and collaborate while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. Appropriate relevant qualification and/or experience in a similar FOI role in government or a similar regulatory environment. Eligibility & Requirements Required to pass a pre‑employment medical assessment and maintain medical fitness. Must pass and maintain a security clearance to a level appropriate for the position. Prior to any offer, the recommended applicant will be required to undertake pre‑employment checks, including national police clearance and declaration of conflict of interest. Prohibited from trading in oil and gas resources and/or offshore renewable electricity sector shares. Position is open to Australian citizens only. Contact & Application For more information, contact Oliver Young on 8***. Applications must be submitted by the closing date. Any applications received beyond the closing date will not be considered. The recruitment process will be valid for a period of 18 months and may be used to fill ongoing and non‑ongoing positions within the Australian Public Service at this level or similar that arise over the period. About the Authority NOPSEMA is Australia’s independent regulator for health and safety, well integrity and environmental management for offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities in Commonwealth waters and in coastal waters where regulatory powers and functions have been conferred. For more information see nopsema.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr