Senior Safety Advisor

Senior Safety Advisor

• Permanent Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $101,528- $105,760 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 5) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Are you passionate about leading safety improvement initiatives? In this role, you'll ensure safety system compliance across Council and provide expert advice to a diverse workforce.

With your strong knowledge of safety management systems, relevant qualifications, and experience in workplace health and safety, you'll play a key role in ensuring a safe working environment.

This position allows you to apply your skills to keep the workforce safe, championing the "Safety First" approach to ensure everyone returns home safely each night.

You'll manage a varied portfolio, performing tasks such as worksite inspections, hazard identification, incident investigation, safety training, document development, and implementing safety programs.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Proven ability to provide specialist advice and support across all areas of Workplace Health and Safety, actively promoting a Safety-First culture throughout the organisation.
• A positive, collaborative team player who can build and maintain strong, effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Capacity to contribute to and support the implementation of Council's Health and Safety Strategy through effective project support.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also thriving in a fast-paced environment and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and develop practical, effective solutions.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, with the ability to contribute to the enhancement of Council's Safety Management System.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1,000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver quality services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive work / life balance
• Nine-day fortnight
• Option for flexible work arrangements (conditions apply)
• A large employer with a strong, values driven culture
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A cover letter 2–4 pages that addresses the application criteria listed below.
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Possesses 3-5 years of experience in workplace health and safety roles, ideally within high-risk industries and hold a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS).
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation, codes of practice, and industry best practices, with the ability to apply this knowledge to enhance and maintain safety management systems.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain WHS documentation, create and deliver training materials, implement safety programs, and produce clear, detailed reports and recommendations.
• Extensive experience in conducting safety investigations, using the ICAM methodology, developing practical and effective recommendations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to a proactive and positive safety culture.

Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the 'Apply' button above to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 13 October 2025 at Midnight (AEST)