Application Form – DAFM Health and Safety Officer 2017

Inter-Departmentalcompetition for promotion tothe role of Health and Safety Officer

APPLICATION FORM

Name: ______(BLOCK CAPITALS)
Grade: ______

Department ______

Division:______

Section: ______

Work Location: ______

Contact Details

Correspondence address: ______

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Work Phone No:______Mobile No.:______Email address**: ______

Statistical Information*

Gender: ______Date of Birth: ______

Work Pattern Full time......

80% (total of 4 days per week)....73% (9:00am to 15:20pm daily)......

60%: (total of 3 days per week)....50%: (total of 2.5 days per week)......

Do you require any special facilities to assist with your participation in this competition? (Y/N) ______

(If “Yes”, please specify) ______

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IMPORTANT

* The information requested on this page is solely for use by Competitions & Recruitment Section in the administration of this competition and for statistical analysis. It is not made available to any assessment board.

**Candidates should note that all communications relating to this competition from Competitions & Recruitment Section, including the provision of results, will issue to the email address provided.

Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine

Inter-Departmentalcompetition for promotion tothe Role of

Health and Safety Officer

APPLICATION FORM - PART 1

Section 1: Personal Details

Title (Mr, Mrs, Msetc):______

First Name: ______

Surname:______

Current Department: ______

Current Division: ______

Current Post: ______

Section 2: Educational Qualifications

List each qualification and year attained. Start with most recentqualification.

Year obtained and Full title of Degree(s)/
Qualification(s) held / Grade obtained (e.g. Pass; 2.2; 2.1; 1 etc.) / Subject(s) in final exam / University, College or Examining Authority
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Section 3: Career History

Starting with your current role, please give details of posts held since joining the Civil Service along with related responsibilities. Give the start date and the end date for each period of service including any breaks in service. (Please note that shorter working year leave, maternity leave etc. are not breaks in service).

If you wish, you may also give details of posts/responsibilities outside of the Civil Service. Use a separate entry for each post.

Grade / Length of time in post
From To / Department and/or Division / Details of post and responsibilities

Section 4: Statement of Suitability

Please specify what experience, involvements and/or special qualities you have which you believe equip you for the position of Health and Safety Officer in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Your answer should make reference, but is not restricted, to the criteria listed under ‘Essential Requirements’ and ‘Desirable Skills and Experience’ under section 4 of the competition booklet (maximum of 400 words).

Section 5: Competencies for the role of Health and Safety Officer

Applicants should have all the attributes required for the effective implementation of the role of Health and Safety Officer and in particular they must demonstrate, by reference to specific examples from their career to-date, that they possess or have the capacity to acquire the qualities, skills and knowledge required for the role as identified in the following competency framework.

For each competency, briefly set out what you consider to be a good example of how you demonstrated key strengths and skills in these areas. Your example should include a brief description of the nature of the task/problem, your specific involvement,and the outcome (maximum of 300 words per competency).

  1. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development
  • Has a breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding of the role of Health and Safety Officer as specified in the job description in the context of a large Department
  • Has integrated into his/her professional profile the learning obtained from previous experience in the Health and Safety area (as specified in the sections of the booklet dealing with Essential Requirements and Desirable Skills and Experience)
  • Has a clear understanding of Department and Governmental issues and is sensitive to wider political and organisational priorities
  • Is considered an expert by stakeholders in own field/ area
  • Is focused on self development, seeking feedback and opportunities for growth to help carry out the specific requirements of the role

An example is not required for this competency as the competency will be assessed by way of discussion and questioning at interview.

  1. Leadership (maximum 300 words)
  • Actively contributes to the development of the strategies and policies of the Department
  • Brings a focus and drive to building and sustaining high levels of performance, addressing any performance issues as they arise
  • Leads and maximises the contribution of the team as a whole
  • Clearly defines objectives and goals and delegates effectively, encouraging ownership and responsibility for tasks
  • Develops the capability of others through feedback, coaching and creating opportunities for skills development
  • Identifies and takes opportunities to exploit new and innovative service delivery channels
  1. Analysis and Decision Making (maximum 300 words)
  • Researches issues thoroughly, consulting appropriately to gather all information needed on an issue
  • Understands complex issues quickly, accurately absorbing and evaluating data
  • Integrates diverse strands of information, identifying inter-relationships and linkages
  • Makes clear, timely and well grounded decisions on important issues
  • Considers the wider implications of decisions on a range of stakeholders
  • Takes a firm position on issues s/he considers important
  1. Management and Delivery of Results (maximum 300 words)
  • Takes responsibility for challenging tasks and delivers on time and to a high standard
  • Plans and prioritises work in terms of importance, timescales and other resource constraints, re-prioritising in light of changing circumstances
  • Ensures quality and efficient customer service is central to the work of the division
  • Looks critically at issues to see how things can be done better
  • Ensures controls and performance measures are in place to deliver efficient and high value services
  • Effectively manages multiple projects
  1. Interpersonal and Communication Skills (maximum 300 words)
  • Presents information in a confident, logical and convincing manner
  • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues
  • Promotes teamwork within the section, but also works effectively on projects across Departments and Sectors
  • Maintains poise and control when working to influence others
  • Instills a strong focus on Customer Service in his/her area
  • Develops and maintains a network of contacts to facilitate problem solving or information sharing
  • Engages effectively with a range of stakeholders, including members of the public, Public Service Colleagues and the political system
  1. Drive and Commitment (maximum 300 words)
  • Is self motivated and shows a desire to continuously perform at a high level
  • Is personally honest and trustworthy and can be relied upon
  • Ensures the citizen is at the heart of all services provided
  • Through leading by example, fosters the highest standards of ethics and integrity

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