principal health and safety advisor

• Permanent full-time (36.25hrs p/wk.) position based in Brisbane CBD
• Develop, implement, & monitor WHS systems & strategies
• Provide expert advice & lead WHS projects to successful outcomes

Personnel Area: Public Transport Services

Branch: Strategy and Network Services

Salary Range: (Band 7) AUD $127, $139,905.00 plus superannuation and benefits.

Remuneration stated is for full-time positions

Work type: Permanent Full-time

Join Public Transport Services (PTS) and help shape safe, reliable, and compliant services for our community. As Principal Health and Safety Advisor, you will lead the development and implementation of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policies, frameworks and Zero Harm systems across Public Transport Services. You will provide expert guidance and support to managers and employees, contribute to Council's Zero Harm strategy, and drive continuous improvement through data analysis, risk management and strategic initiatives. Working collaboratively within a team, you will help shape a mature safety culture, ensure compliance with legislation, and deliver safer outcomes for our people and the community.

You will be part of the Strategy and Network Services Branch, the team that drives health, safety and environment compliance, learning and development, process improvements, and security, risk and compliance initiatives. The branch also manages records and information, plans and schedules the bus network, and delivers bus services for major events and charters.

To be considered, you will have:

• strong knowledge of WHS legislation, strategy, and implementation of Zero Harm initiatives
• analytical and problem-solving skills to identify WHS issues and deliver effective solutions
• experience developing, maintaining, and monitoring WHS management systems and performance metrics
• proven experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing team members
• ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels to support WHS responsibilities
• project management experience delivering WHS/Zero Harm initiatives on time and within budget
• excellent oral and written communication skills across diverse stakeholders, and
• strategic thinking and judgement in managing complex technical and interpersonal issues with senior leaders and decision-makers.

Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety (or a related discipline) and a current open "C" Class driver's licence are highly desirable.

Please consider the full position descriptions, and tailor your cover letter and resume to outline your suitability.

Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply: Click on the 'I'm interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

For more information: Please call Nicola Martufi, Talent Partner on

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council's Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 7 September 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with 'Gold Employer' status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

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