Workplace Health and Safety Officer

3 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia Energy and Public Works Full time

QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.
About the role
You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by providing exceptional assistance managing and reporting on WHS&E issues and supporting rehabilitation programs for QBuild.

**Duties and skills involved**:

- Providing WHS&E and asbestos advice to staff and clients sourced from existing legislation, industry standards and internal policy/procedures.
- Providing regular progress reports to senior management and Building Management Plan (BMP) status to clients and stakeholders.
- Supporting WHS&E programs, the Asbestos Strategic Management Program and the management of rehabilitation.
- Assisting in the investigation of dangerous incidents, hazards and workplace accidents, conducting health, safety and environmental management system audits, inspecting construction sites, maintenance activities and offices and depots, and identifying hazards and risks and formulating and implementing preventative actions.
- Supporting the scheduling of the Building Audit Program for asbestos in conjunction with the Asset Maintenance Program.
- Managing WHS&E programs and providing support in the management of rehabilitation.

**Additional requirements - desirable**:

- Certificate IV in WHS would be highly desirable.
- WHS&E experience in construction, maintenance, or similar industry.

How do I apply?
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
- Resume
- Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
**Job Ad Reference**: QLD/569679/24
**Closing Date**: Wednesday, 19 June 2024This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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