Help us keep Queenslanders safe from electrical harm.

We're looking for an experienced and passionate professional to join our Equipment Safety team in a critical role that directly impacts the safety of individuals, families, workplaces and communities across Queensland.

As a Senior Inspector (Equipment Safety) within the Electrical Safety Office (ESO), you’ll play a key role in protecting Queenslanders by ensuring electrical equipment is safe at every stage — from design and manufacturing to installation, usage and disposal.

Job details

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct audits of recognised electrical certification schemes and assess compliance against Australian and international safety standards.
• Contribute to investigations of unsafe or non-compliant electrical equipment — from defective appliances to equipment linked to electrical fires.
• Provide expert technical advice to industry stakeholders including manufacturers, suppliers, importers and the broader community.
• Drive improvements in equipment safety through education, development of materials, presentations and engagement at industry forums.
• Support the development of legislation, standards and strategies in line with emerging technologies like renewables and smart systems.
• Lead or support compliance and enforcement activities, including cathodic protection system assessments and court proceedings where required.

What We Offer:

• A permanent full-time opportunity in a respected government regulatory agency.
• Competitive salary + up to 12.75% employer superannuation.
• A collaborative and values-driven culture focused on protecting Queenslanders.
• Professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.
• A chance to make a tangible difference to public safety and industry standards.

About You:

You're a strategic thinker with a technical mindset and a passion for public safety. You thrive in a collaborative environment and can balance multiple initiatives while influencing positive change. Ideally, you have:

• Knowledge of electrical safety principles and standards, particularly in assessing compliance of electrical equipment.
• Experience auditing test reports and working within the supply chain or regulatory frameworks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex technical content into clear, actionable advice.
• A professional, proactive and inclusive approach that aligns with the values of equity, integrity, safety and respect.

Highly desirable: Ongoing or completed study in electrical engineering or a related field (e.g., renewables, electrical equipment/technology ).

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and your responses to Three (3) questions below to help us get to know you and your motivation for applying for this role: (please remember the STAR method and to step us through the situation, task, action taken and the end result)

1) Motivation for Applying

What motivated you to apply for this regulator role with the Electrical Safety Office, and how does it align with your career goals and values?

2) Technical Knowledge and Compliance Insight

Describe your experience in assessing electrical equipment or systems for compliance with Australian or international standards and regulatory requirements. How have you ensured safety and technical accuracy to meet these requirements?

3) Problem-Solving and Investigation

Give an example of a time you identified or investigated an issue related to equipment safety or regulatory compliance. What actions did you take, and what was the outcome?

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/649840/25

Closing Date: Monday, 11th August 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 649840 25 - Role Description (Word, 388KB)
  
  
  649840 25 - OIR Applicant Guide (PDF, 331KB)