Premium Policy Officer

Premium Policy Officer

• $124535 per annum 12% superannuation
• Full time fixed term opportunity to 12/01/2027 (parental leave backfill)
• Wadawurrung/Geelong based role (hybrid work from home 3 days a week in office)

About the opportunity

The Premium Policy Officer provides policy and technical advice on complex premium related matters and provides support for the annual making of the WorkCover Premiums Order in order to ensure that Victorian employers are paying the appropriate amount of premium.

This role will also work collaboratively across the Return to Work Victoria Business Unit and WorkSafe more broadly to assist and support the development of programs and projects in a challenging environment.

This role is located within the Premium and Self-Insurance Division which is responsible for the setting of Workers Compensation insurance premiums. This role requires flexibility agility and responsiveness to support the achievement of business goals.

Key accountabilities

• Provide technical advice on premium related issues to internal queries WorkSafes Agents and employer representatives both via telephone and the premium inbox
• Draft responses to Ministerial communications and complaints on premium issues
• Conduct research request and analyse data and develop policy papers containing options and recommendations on premium relating issues including the premium calculation
• Support the project to gazette the annual WorkCover Premiums Order by assisting in conducting any required research on premium issues and providing assistance in reviewing drafts proofreading and preparing briefing packs for the approval process
• Assist in ensuring that premium information on WorkSafes website is accurate and up to date

Please ensure you review the Position Descriptionhere for additional information on accountabilities for this role.

About you

You are an experienced policy professional with a strong background in the premium/insurance sector and a desire to contribute to an organisation that creates meaningful impact. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with others to achieve shared goals and deliver highquality outcomes. Additionally you will also possess:

• Significant experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply applicable WorkCover legislation including the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation & Compensation Act 2013 Accident Compensation Act 1985 and associated Premiums Orders
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research and think laterally and analytically
• Demonstrated ability to consult liaise and educate stakeholders

Working with us

At WorkSafe our goal is for every employee to feel connected safe and valued within their team for teams to feel appreciated in the workplace and for WorkSafe to be respected in the community.

We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for delivering the best outcomes for the Victorian community. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including First Nations people people with disabilities those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and individuals of all sexualities and genders.

Whats next

Applications close 11:00pm Thursday 23rd April 2026. Click the link to apply and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.

Only applications submitted via the WorkSafe Careers website will be considered.

Preferred candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and/or other checks as required for the position as part of the recruitment process.

Eligibility for ongoing employment with WorkSafe Victoria requires Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.

Due to the volume of applications received individualised feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.

To ensure a fair and open recruitment process we request that you complete your written application and any online interviews without the use of AI tools. We want to understand your professional skills experience and capabilities. We acknowledge that candidates may choose to use AI as part of background research.

For further enquiries please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Brittany Walker via email .