We are seeking an experienced Senior Advisor Health, Safety and Wellbeing to join the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA). This role is crucial for promoting a safe and healthy work environment at the RTA.

This position is a part-time (0.6 FTE), permanent role and is located in the Brisbane CBD.

This role will join a fun, dedicated and passionate team of professionals and will be fast paced, diverse and exciting!

Job details

The purpose of this position is to provide a range of services involving the delivery of programs to support the achievement of the RTA's operational, cultural and strategic objectives. This is achieved through the design and implementation of effective solutions, processes, policies and programs that foster a safe, healthy and inclusive high-performing workforce. This role is also responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining an effective workplace giving program that supports the RTA's charitable mission.

To be successful you will need:

• Proven experience in building and sustaining productive stakeholder relationships and working collaboratively to achieve outcomes for the organisation which supports a positive Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to identify and drive the continual improvement of work, health and safety processes
• The ability to work under pressure within a high-performing team in an environment of competing priorities and demonstrated ability in managing multiple tasks within strict deadlines
• The ability to conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards, evaluate risks, and develop strategies for their mitigation
• Contemporary understanding of health and safety legislation, codes of practice, as well as industry precedents and trends
• Proven experience providing accurate, timely, and professional advice based on current Directives, legislation, policies and procedures
• A certificate IV in Work Health Safety is highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience in Graduated Return to Work case management best practice will be highly regarded.

What we offer is:

• The flexibility to work remotely up to 60% of the time once onboarded 
• Beautiful offices at Midtown Centre on Mary Street, Brisbane CBD 
• Ongoing development opportunities through on the job experience with high performing leaders and peers, coaching and formal learning programs  
• A supportive culture that values and contributes to team and individual success  
• An employee Health & Wellbeing program that encompasses our four pillars of wellbeing – financial, mental, physical, and social. 

If this challenging and highly rewarding role sounds like an opportunity that compliments your current skills, experience, and future career plan, we encourage you to read the attached position description and submit your application.

Your application should contain:

• Cover Letter - Maximum of 2 pages outlining how and why your skills and experience are suited to this position, specifically relating to the functions outlined within the Your Key responsibilities section of the position description, and the vision, results and accountability indicators for the leadership competencies outlined in the Leadership Competencies for Queensland Framework
• Resume
• 2 referees.

For further information on what your cover letter should contain, please refer to the Additional information for applicants document attached.

Further information

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

If you have included any education and professional qualifications or enrolments to your resume, please attach these to your application. A three (3) month probationary period will apply for any applicant who is not a current public sector employee.

Documents

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

• Application information for candidates (PDF, 324KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Employee benefits available at the RTA (PDF, 6.39MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  AO6 Senior Advisor Health Safety and Wellbeing (PDF, 334KB)
  Role Description