DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES ANNUAL REPORT TO THE ...

AgENCy PERFORMANCE � CORPORATE SERvICES
(including computers, servers and network
equipment), communications and data services
(fixed and mobile data and mobile telephones),
the corporate operating environment (including
desktop and server software) and Information
Technology helpdesk services.
• Application Development – responsible for
the management and support of corporate
applications including eBrief, SeaStar and the
Rock Lobster Quota Management System.
This section also manages new application
development.
Major Achievements for 2010/11
• A review of progress against the initiatives
contained in the Strategic Human Resource
Management Plan (Plan for Our People) that
aligns people strategies and initiatives with
the strategic goals of the Department.
• The implementation of the Public Sector Reform
Program that has introduced new Commissioner’s
Instructions covering disciplinary procedures,
employment and filling a public sector vacancy.
• The review and improvement of the
Department’s performance management tool,
the Individual Performance and Development
(IPAD) form and supporting information for
managers and employees. The roll-out of
these improvements included awareness
sessions and management coaching both in
the metropolitan area and regional centres.
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• Commenced the development of a multi-period
and multi-scenario financial analysis tool to
enable the regular review of the Department’s
strategic financial position.
• The development of a Rock Lobster Quota
Management System, including an interactive
voice response system.
• The roll-out began of a new corporate
operating environment for both servers and
personal computers.
• A virtual computer environment was further
consolidated, reducing the Department’s
impact on the environment.
• Significant contributions were made to the
‘whole-of-government’ Server and Data
Storage Devices Common Use Agreement.
• The Department’s record keeping plan was
updated in line with State Records Office
requirements.
Major initiatives for 2011/12
• Enhancing organisational development
initiatives and programs.
• Assisting Corporate Executive with a review of
the organisational structure and classification
framework for the Department.
• Implementation of a Suicide Prevention
Strategy that aims to engage employees
in mental health discussions and develop
programs to improve coping resilience and