Join Resources Safety and Health and contribute to the Serious Incident Investigation Unit, supporting complex safety investigations across Queensland.

This temporary AO6 role (up to 10 months, with possible extension) works closely with the Director and Investigations Manager to undertake projects and improve business systems and processes.

Strong digital capability is important, particularly experience with SharePoint and tools such as Microsoft Power Automate.

Experience with investigation management systems will be highly regarded.

This opportunity suits a capable and adaptable professional with sound judgement, able to manage competing priorities, with ability to drive practical system and process improvements in a dynamic environment.

Job details

This temporary AO6 role (up to 10 months, with possible extension) sits within Resources Safety and Health and supports the ongoing development and operation of the Serious Incident Investigation Unit (SIIU).

Reporting to the Director, you will contribute to the delivery of the unit's work program. The role has a strong project focus, involves stakeholder engagement, the preparation of correspondence and briefings, often on sensitive issues, and provides high-quality advice and support to the unit's senior leaders.

A key aspect of the role is strengthening business systems and processes that support the investigation management system and information flow. This includes working within digital platforms including Microsoft (MS) Teams, SharePoint (lists, subsites, document libraries), Forms, and Power Automate to improve consistency and efficiency. Experience with investigation management systems is highly desirable.

You will also provide guidance and leadership to a coordinator role (one direct report).

Success in this role will require strong digital skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively across projects, systems, and stakeholders. You will bring professionalism, adaptability, and resilience, supporting the SIIU's senior leaders to deliver key priorities.
It is expected the successful applicant would be available to commence the week beginning 14 September 2026.

Submit your resume (no more than 1-2 pages) and a one-page summary stating why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience meet the focus and requirements of the role.

The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.

• Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
• Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.

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Further information

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Documents

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• RSHQ690262 Senior Project Officer RD (PDF, 486KB)
  Role Description