Health and Safety Advisor

2 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Department of Health Full time $105,568 - $114,861 per year

Health and Safety Advisor, Queensland Health

Department of Health—Queensland

Townsville, Northern QLD

Occupational Health & Safety (Human Resources & Recruitment)

Government—State (Government & Defence)

Full-time

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Townsville Hospital and Health Service

About the work unit/facility

Health Safety and Wellbeing / People Strategy and Governance / Townsville

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organization offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialized clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specializing in a clinical field, upskilling in digital health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organization an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country, and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritizes employee well-being, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Salary range: $105,568 to $114,861 p.a. (AO5)

4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading

12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

About your opportunity

The Health and Safety Advisor provides technical work, health and safety advice, services, and support to line managers and staff across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS).

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

Whilst not mandatory, possession of a tertiary or postgraduate qualification in workplace health and safety and/or risk management would be highly regarded.

Possession of a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment would be desirable.

Highly regarded: Extensive knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and other associated acts, regulations, standards, and policies, and experience in implementing and maintaining systems and procedures to achieve and maintain legislative compliance in large, complex organizations.

Highly regarded: High-level work health and safety technical knowledge, skills, and expertise in the management and coordination of workplace health and safety services, and the ability to provide expert advice to a wide range of stakeholders in order to achieve positive performance outcomes.

Please refer to the role description for further details.

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