Civil Maritime Safety

3 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia CAPDA CONSULTING Full time
Overview

CAPDA Consulting is seeking experienced professionals to support a range of Defence programs focused on safety, compliance, and operational assurance. These contract roles offer the opportunity to contribute to nationally significant work within a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Base pay range
A$150.00/hr - A$190.00/hr

Duration: Until 30 June 2026

Immediate Start Available

Clearance: NV1 required

Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Rates are guides only and will be based on role, skillset and experience of each candidate.

Opportunities

CAPDA Consulting is seeking experienced professionals to support a range of Defence programs focused on safety, compliance, and operational assurance.

Responsibilities

Comcare Action and Management Officer - DSS Level: Level 3

  • Support the implementation and oversight of workplace health and safety initiatives in line with the Commonwealth WHS Act.
  • Investigating WHS incidents and identifying root causes.
  • Assessing and advising on WHS recommendations and enhancements.
  • Conducting audits and contributing to future safety planning.
  • Liaising with internal and external WHS entities.
  • Drafting high-level communications including ministerial briefs and bid responses.
  • Supporting the development of training and awareness programs.
  • Strong safety knowledge and experience in systems assurance are essential.

Safety Assurance Officer

  • Lead the development and execution of safety assurance frameworks across Defence programs.
  • Provide high-level responses to Comcare issues using the Commonwealth WHS Act.
  • Manage a small team and oversee WHS response processes.
  • Conduct audits, assurance activities, and risk assessments.
  • Draft executive-level communications and briefings.
  • Align stakeholder engagement strategies with audit and assurance outcomes.

Project or program management experience is highly desirable, along with a strong understanding of WHS legislation.

Safety Training Officer - DSS Level: Level 3

  • Design and deliver safety training programs tailored to Defence operational environments.
  • Develop training content from scratch (not LMS-based).
  • Delivering and assessing training across teams.
  • Auditing existing training and recommending improvements.
  • Addressing skills gaps and implementing targeted training solutions.
  • Equivalent to a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.

Remote work options may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Civil Maritime Designated Person - DSS Level: Level 4

  • Provide expert advice and oversight on maritime safety compliance, with a strong foundation in the Commonwealth WHS Act.
  • Managing responses to Comcare and internal WHS matters.
  • Leading training, assurance, and audit activities.
  • Drafting high-level documentation including tender-level writing.
  • Coordinating stakeholder engagement aligned with safety and compliance goals.
  • Supporting administrative and strategic management of safety programs.
  • Maritime-specific experience is preferred but not essential if WHS expertise is strong.

How to apply If you are interested or know someone who might be, reach out to us at

What you should know

We're seeking qualified professionals for government-focused safety, health, and compliance roles within Defence programs. Remote work options are noted where applicable.

Job details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Job function: Consulting
  • Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

Note: This job description is a summary of responsibilities and qualifications for roles with CAPDA Consulting; details may vary by position.


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