Occupational Safety

Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA's water future.

We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.

Are you looking for a role where you can meaningfully contribute to the successful delivery of operations critical to sustaining a high quality of life for all Western Australians?

If so, we are currently recruiting for an Officer – Occupational Safety & Health to join a small team of experienced safety professionals, supporting regional operations throughout the South-West region.

You will be integral in helping to drive continual improvement in areas relating to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our teams whilst ensuring legislative and corporate requirements.

You will be required to travel throughout the region supporting our teams to meet their operational goals.This includes coaching and mentoring frontline leaders and field staff and acting as a first point of call for all WHS related matters.

Due to the dynamic nature of our operations, there are times when you will need to respond quickly in challenging and changing environments.You will need the ability to stay composed under pressure and prioritise your tasks and workload to meet various demands and expectations.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity based in our Bunbury office.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours

- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good

- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service

- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.

- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

The fundamentals of this role are:

- Support the region in the management of hazard and incident data, including generating reports and performing analysis

- Assist with the organisation and execution of health and wellbeing programs and initiatives.

- Champion our regional safety committee and support our Health and Safety Representatives (HSR’s)

- Assist teams on WHS aspects of work practices and procedures, through safety observations and site inspections.

- Assist with the coordination of the Emergency Planning Committee and associated actions.

- Support teams performing audits and incident investigations

- Support the OSH Team Leader and OSH Coordinator

Key skills and experience:

- Recognised qualification in Occupational Safety and Health (desirable)

- Experience with Sentinel or any electronic OSH management platform (desirable)

- Valid WA ‘C’ class driver’s license – as you will be required to travel within the region.

- Ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite at an intermediate level

- Exposure to high-risk operations (confined space, working at heights, hazardous chemicals) (desirable)

Excited for this opportunity? Start your application today

Please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close 22nd October 2025

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website

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