Principal Compliance Officer

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role:

The Principal Compliance Officer provides expert regulatory advice related to various health regulatory sectors, focussing on Assisted Reproductive Treatment, Human Tissue, Child Safe Standards-Health entities, Non-Emergency Patient Transport and First Aid. Working across the different sectors, the Principal Compliance Officer will use their expert knowledge and experience to design, lead, coordinate and administer the team's regulatory functions and monitor and enforce compliance in accordance with the relevant legislation.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

• Interested in working in a dynamic regulatory environment, taking a risk-based approach to compliance and investigation across a broad range of regulatory domains and taking appropriate regulatory action.
• Able to provide advanced expertise and advice into the development of regulatory responses to address emerging issues and areas of risk for government, department and the community.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities with the ability to meet deadlines while working in fast paced and high-pressured situations.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations
• Additional tertiary qualification in a relevant field (regulation, law, or Ahpra registered health professional – paramedic, or nurse with experience in assisted reproductive treatment) would be highly regarded.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.

Applications close Tuesday 24 June 2025 at 11.59PM