Are you ready to make a real difference? As Principal Advisor (WHS), you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping Queensland’s waterways safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone. Join Maritime Safety Queensland and help us deliver safer, cleaner seas by managing WHS risks, compliance, and performance while working with a fantastic team of professionals.

Job details

About us
Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) is a branch of TMR within the Policy, Planning and Investment (PPI) Division. Our mission? To protect Queensland's waterways and the people who use them - ensuring safer, cleaner seas for all.

Key responsibilities
As Principal Advisor (WHS), you'll be at the heart of our safety efforts, maintaining our Safety Management System, driving governance and reporting activities, and supporting the Principal Manager (WHS) in all things safety-related.

Here's what you'll be doing:
- Providing expert advice on WHS functions, health and wellness, and risk management for MSQ. You'll also keep us ahead of the curve with your knowledge of WHS legislation and emerging changes.
- Keeping our Safety Management System in top shape, ensuring compliance with TMR and legislative requirements, and monitoring its performance.
- Creating operational safety content (think standards, procedures, guidance, tools, and reports) and helping with implementation and training.
- Leading WHS audits and risk assessments, identifying opportunities for improvement, and rolling out practical solutions.
- Driving initiatives to boost organisational capability in incident prevention, investigations, and front-line safety leadership.
- Building strong, collaborative relationships with health and safety professionals, operational staff, and stakeholders to achieve positive safety outcomes.

About you
We're looking for someone who's not just qualified but passionate about making a difference. We value your unique skills and experiences and are excited to see how you'll contribute to our mission.

Mandatory qualifications and conditions
- Criminal History Check

Requirements of the role
- Deep knowledge of WHS legislation and experience managing Safety Management Systems in diverse operational environments.
- Proven expertise in health and safety practices, including engaging with front-line teams, monitoring compliance, and delivering training.
- A knack for building strong relationships and working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
- The ability to integrate WHS systems with other operational functions to enhance organisational outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to make technical content accessible to all.
- A "C" class driver's licence to support consultation and assurance activities.

For more information regarding this role, please contact the Manager (WHS) and Panel Chair, Mark Singh on (07) 3066 7031.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/689252/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 2 June 2026

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.

• applicant-guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  689252 26 Role Description (Word, 459KB)
  Role Description