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Senior Recruitment Consultant | Specialising in Queensland Government |
  • A06/1 Principal Workplace Health & Safety Advisor
  • Initial contract to June 31st + likely extension
  • ASAP start
  • $ super per hour
  • Queensland Government
  • Cannon Hill office - work close to home

We are currently seeking an experienced Workplace Health and Safety Advisor to join this large QLD Government department. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a senior advisory role where your expertise will drive workplace health and safety excellence across a diverse and dynamic operational environment.

The Role

As the Principal WHS Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the delivery of workplace health and safety initiatives across the region. This includes providing expert guidance, driving continuous improvement in safety systems, and managing a team of safety professionals in a high-risk, field-based environment.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, your knowledge will directly influence the safety of operations in both the office and field, particularly in building, construction, and maintenance services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a regional WHS team, ensuring alignment with organisational policies and legislative requirements.
  • Lead the investigation of incident and hazard investigations, producing reporting as required
  • Provide high-level WHS&E advice to operational and senior management.
  • Coordinate and deliver WHS training sessions and oversee regional training registers.
  • Conduct and oversee audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
  • Manage WHS compliance for both internal staff and external contractors.
  • Lead development of safety management plans, risk assessments, and related systems.
  • Report on health and safety KPIs and support staff rehabilitation efforts.
  • Review Environmental and Safety Management System procedures and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Manage the offices and depot to ensure emergency planning and response activities are completed.

About You

You're a confident communicator and collaborative leader with:

  • Demonstrated experience in WHS, ideally within construction or government environments.
  • Strong understanding of relevant WHS legislation, compliance, and best practices.
  • Proven ability to manage teams, mentor staff, and influence positive safety outcomes.
  • Relevant qualifications in Workplace Health and Safety.
  • Experience within construction or maintenance-focused organisations is highly desirable.

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To be considered for this position, please apply below with your cv and cover letter in Microsoft word format. Alternatively, email me directly at or call me on

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionOther
  • IndustriesConstruction

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