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Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor
Brisbane
Are you ready to drive meaningful change in workplace health, safety and wellbeing? As our Senior Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor, you will take the lead in developing and implementing WHS management systems, ensuring a thriving and safe environment for Parliamentary Precinct and 97 Electorate Offices.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | HR & Industrial Relations |
| Classification | AO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/PAR_25-54 |
| Closing date | 03-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Dianne Hone |
| Contact details | 07 3553 6002 Access the National Relay Service |
Your new opportunity
Are you ready to drive meaningful change in workplace health, safety and wellbeing? As our Senior Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor, you'll take the lead in developing and implementing WHS management systems, ensuring a thriving and safe environment for Parliamentary Precinct and 97 Electorate Offices.
This isn't just compliance—it's about creating a workplace culture where safety and wellbeing are the foundation of success. You'll work closely with Members of the Legislative Assembly, electorate office staff, and Parliamentary Service teams to provide expert guidance, risk assessment, and proactive solutions that truly make a difference.
Why Join Us?
Our People and Culture (P&C) team is dedicated to shaping a positive work environment for around 740 customers, ranging from Parliamentary Service staff to elected officials. You'll be a key player in a department that values collaboration, innovation, and leadership.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert WHS guidance and operational advice.
- Lead risk assessments, inspections, and audits to identify and address workplace safety challenges.
- Conduct workplace incident investigations, applying risk management principles to recommend practical solutions.
- Develop and implement workplace wellness programs, ensuring employees feel supported and engaged.
- Prepare and present comprehensive reports with key safety insights for executive stakeholders.
- Maintain compliance with the Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011 and relevant policies.
- Assist with rehabilitation and return-to-work programs, fostering workplace health resilience.
Your key strengths
Your skills and experience include:
- 5+ years in WHS leadership roles, ideally in facility management, construction, or service industries.
- Accreditation as a Workplace Health and Safety Advisor (essential).
- Strong knowledge of WHS regulations and compliance frameworks.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, capable of influencing and driving change.
- Ability to conduct effective training sessions for key stakeholders.
How to apply
This is your chance to be at the forefront of health, safety, and wellbeing in a highly influential workplace. Applicants are required to submit current resume and statement of suitability (of no more than 2 pages) addressing the Selection Criteria in the Position Description via the SmartJobs website.
Applicants are encouraged to view the position description and information package attached.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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APPLICANT INFORMATION PACKAGE -Statement of Suitability - November 2023. (Word, 241KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Senior Health Safety and Wellbeing Advisor - Position Description (PDF, 292KB)
Role Description
