Licensing Officer

The Victorian Government established the Labour Hire Authority (LHA) to introduce a licensing system to regulate the provision of labour hire services across Victoria.  LHA undertakes a range of licensing, compliance and enforcement activities, maintains public registers and conducts research and education in accordance with the Labour Hire Licensing Act 2018 (Vic) (Act).

LHA is committed to a culture that promotes inclusion, is predicated on integrity, mutual respect and trust, is in support of good public governance and encourages the delivery of professional apolitical advice.

LHA employees are offered hybrid and flexible working arrangements in accordance with Victorian Public Service and LHA policies.

About the role 

Reporting to the Team Leader Licensing, the Licensing Officer will contribute to the successful operation of the Labour Hire Authority as a member of the Licensing team.

The daily working life of a Licensing Officer involves reviewing and assessing information submitted in licensing applications, renewals and other transaction types, and making recommendations to the delegate in relation to the assessment of license applications, renewals and approvals. The Licensing Officer will also provide information about the labour hire licensing scheme and LHA policies and processes to licence applicants and others. 

Licensing Officers have regard to a broad range of legal obligations, including labour hire, taxation, superannuation, workplace, migration, accommodation and occupational health and safety laws.

Licensing Officers are supported with a strong induction program, formal learning and development opportunities (including relevant areas of law or skill-based training), and on-the-job coaching.

This position has a flexible work location with an option of Melbourne CBD or Bendigo. 

About you

• Highly evolved outstanding customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment dealing with competing priorities
• Keen to contribute to improving employment conditions of vulnerable workers

How to Apply

Please apply by providing a professional cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description (attached) detailing your skills, knowledge and experience relating to the opportunity. 

For further information regarding Labour Hire Authority, please visit our website at https://labourhireauthority.vic.gov.au/.  Applicants will be required to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures.  

All personal information is kept secure and confidential and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act, 2014.  Successful candidates will be required to undergo the Victorian Public Service pre-employment screening process and an Australian Criminal History Check prior to commencing employment with Labour Hire Authority.