Prosecutor

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer to join our Southern Region team at the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (“NHVR”). In this busy role, you will:

• Prepare and conduct prosecutions on behalf of the NHVR.
• Review evidence.
• Draft summons, statement of facts and other court documents; and
• Attend court.

Working with a family-friendly team, we offer a supportive hybrid work environment with flexible work-from-home arrangements.

This is a permanent position.

We welcome applications for candidates located in Adelaide.

About You

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• High-level interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills.
• The ability to meet deadlines.
• Confidence to appear as advocate in court on behalf of the NHVR.
• The ability to manage a heavy caseload.
• A willingness to work across different jurisdictions.
• The ability to prioritise tasks within and across matters.
• A current driver’s licence.
• A current South Australian practising certificate or the eligibility to obtain one.
• Passion about using your skills to make a positive difference for Australian road safety.

About Us

The NHVR commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistencies across state and territory borders, and, ultimately, for the heavy vehicle business with the government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 750 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

How to Apply

Apply today with your CV and cover letter, addressing your experience in criminal and regulatory law.

The position description with further details on each role are available on our website. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR recruitment team via email at recruitment@nhvr.gov.au.

Successful applications will be subject to a background check which includes a criminal history check.

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.