Inspector

**Worksafe ACT**

**Occupational Hygiene**

**Inspector**

**Regulatory Inspector 6 (WorkCover Officer 6)**

**Salary Range**:$91,315 - $104,509 (PN: 39354)

WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the _Work Health and Safety Act 2011 _(_WHS Act_) and associated legislation for Workers’ Compensation, Labour Hire Licensing and Long Service Leave.

The WorkSafe ACT Occupational Hygiene (OH) Team is growing, and we have a permanent Inspector position available that would suit an individual with a background or focus on dangerous substances, regulatory compliance and investigations as well as work health and safety from within various industry sectors.

With a focus on occupational lung diseases, dust exposure and asbestos management the OH team is committed to preventing hazardous chemical and dangerous substance exposures in the ACT.

No two days are the same in the OH team. Do you have the ability to deal with sensitive situations? Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Looking to make a career change? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be the next WorkSafe ACT Inspector we are looking for

Are you based outside of the ACT? You may be eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses. Please get in touch with us via the contact officer to obtain more information.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQA+ are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for individuals from various backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive difference to the health and safety of ACT workers. If you believe you have the investigative experience and skills necessary to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply

**Eligibility/other Requirements**:
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

- Qualifications and/or experience in WHS or dangerous substances / hazardous chemicals.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform the functions of an authorised Inspector in accordance with all relevant legislation, including the ability to complete required mandatory training.
- Current unrestricted drivers licence.
- Undergo a pre-employment police check, and
- Willingness to:

- participate in an after hours on-call and telephone roster
- wear a uniform, and
- participate in programmed after hours compliance activities.

**Applications Close**:09 May 2023

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $91,315.00 - $104,509.00 per year

Schedule:

- On call
- Shift work