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Health and Safety Advisor


Health Safety and Wellbeing, People Strategy and Governance, Townsville


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Occupational Health & Safety
Classification AO5
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV692451
Closing date 29-Sep-2026
Job duration
Contact person Dominique Wiseman
Contact details (07) 4433 1745
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About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is a leading tertiary and referral service providing high-quality healthcare to North Queensland communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can expand yourexpertise, build leadership capability, and access ongoing education and professional development opportunities.

With modern healthcare facilities, strong university partnerships, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle, Townsville HHS is a great place to build a rewarding career.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $111,993 to $121,853 p.a. (AO5)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus a range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
  • Flexible working arrangements may be available

About your opportunity

The Health and Safety Advisor provides expert work health and safety advice and support across Townsville HHS, helping to foster a safe, healthy and compliant workplace. Working under the direction of the Manager, Workplace Health and Safety, the role supports the implementation and continuous improvement of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management System and contributes to a positive safety culture through proactive risk management and injury prevention initiatives.

Requirements

  • Whilst not mandatory, possession of a tertiary or post graduate qualification in workplace health and safety, and/or risk management would be highly regarded.
  • Possession of a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment would be desirable.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Dominique Wiseman on (07) 4433 1745.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV692451

Applications close: Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

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

Documents

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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