Investigator - Scheme Integrity

Job description:

Investigator – Scheme Integrity

• $119,247 per annum + 12% superannuation
• x2 full time, ongoing opportunities
• Wadawurrung/Geelong based and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung/Melbourne based

About the opportunity

The Investigator (Scheme Integrity Investigations) has a vital role in conducting investigations into alleged contraventions of the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (WIRC Act) by injured workers, employers, and service or health providers, which may lead to criminal prosecutions.

Investigators investigate allegations of fraud against the WorkCover scheme by injured workers and service providers or health practitioners, and allegations relating to employers who are non-compliant with their obligations under the WIRC Act.

The complexity of individual cases may vary, and Investigators work closely with Senior Investigators and Team Leaders to make recommendations on appropriate actions at key decision-making points in the investigative process.

One position will be based from our Malop Street, Geelong office and the other position will be based from our Collins Street, Melbourne office.

Key accountabilities

• Plan and conduct fraud and employer non-compliance assessments and investigations into alleged contraventions of the Workers Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 by injured workers, employers, and service or health providers.
• Undertake assessments and investigations within specified timeframes in accordance with divisional performance measures.
• Use coercive powers to obtain evidence, obtain witness statements, conduct analysis, and make recommendations at key decision-making points.
• Review claim records and claims manual material to inform decision making in accordance with the relevant legislation.
• Conduct recorded interviews with investigation subjects under formal caution.
• Compile briefs of evidence to the criminal standard for legal review.
• Work closely with WorkSafe’s lawyers regarding investigation outcomes and prosecutions.
• Provide evidence in court as a witness and Informant.

Please ensure you take a look at the position description on our WorkSafe Careers site for additional information on accountabilities for this role.

About you

You are passionate about scheme integrity, ensuring that the system is used for its intended purpose – supporting genuinely injured workers – by investigating fraudulent or non-compliant behaviour by workers, service providers or employers. You have demonstrated experience in gathering and analysing evidence, conducting interviews and preparing written reports with investigative findings. Further, you will also possess:

• Knowledge of WorkCover legislation and injury claims management
• Ability to interpret and understand legislation
• Highly developed analytical skills and attention to detail
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated time management, prioritization and organisational skills
• A current and valid Victorian drivers licence and the ability to travel when required 

Preferred

• Experience conducting fraud based investigations and preparation of briefs of evidence to the criminal standard

Qualifications (preferred)

• Certificate IV in Government Investigations
• Investigative skills course or related qualification
• Relevant skills based experience

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.  

What’s next?Applications close 11:00pmMonday 1st June, 2026. Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.

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

Preferred candidates may 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 may 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 – Brittany_Walker@worksafe.vic.gov.au.