Senior Safety Advisor

Senior Safety Advisor

Grade
: 9/10

Salary range
: $129,464 - $142,665 + superannuation and leave loading

Duration
: Ongoing

Location
: Hybrid with an in-office requirement on 2 days per week in Sydney - McKell. This may be subject to change in line with DCS workplace policies. Some occasional NSW travel may be required for inspections.

Make a real impact on safety across NSW Telco Authority projects and operations
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Safety Advisor to join our Risk, Compliance & Safety team. This role is critical in ensuring the organisation meets its WHS compliance obligations and fosters a strong safety culture.

About the team

This role sits within the Risk, Compliance & Safety team in the NSW Telco Authority.
You'll be part of the Safety Function within the Risk, Compliance & Safety team. We work collaboratively to deliver robust safety frameworks and assurance activities that protect our people and partners across diverse and high-risk environments.

Your responsibilities will include

• Implement the NSW Telco Authority's Safety Management System
• Manage stakeholders to provide WHS support across projects and operational works
• Investigate and manage incidents, ensuring timely reporting and resolution
• Conduct onsite WHS assurance activities and inspections
• Deliver WHS training and presentations to large audiences
• Stay up to date with WHS legislation and communicate relevant changes effectively

To be successful in this role you will

• Hold Essential Security Clearance
  : You will be able to obtain and retain minimum Baseline Security clearance within six months to work with sensitive government and critical communications information
• Demonstrate WHS Expertise
  : You will bring strong experience in Work Health & Safety, particularly within high-risk construction environments, ensuring compliance and best practice across complex projects
• Drive Vendor Management Excellence
  : You will manage and influence vendors effectively, ensuring adherence to safety standards and fostering collaborative relationships
• Apply Professional Knowledge:
  You will hold tertiary qualifications in safety management and maintain a current driver's licence to support operational requirements
• Be Flexible and Mobile:
  You will be willing and able to travel across NSW as required to conduct inspections and WHS assurance activities

About NSW Telco Authority

NSW Telco Authority (NSWTA) operates and manages the Public Safety Network to deliver radio communications for frontline responders.

We work with emergency services and telecommunications carriers to protect communications assets during emergencies and natural disasters.

NSWTA is a delivery agency with responsibility for over $1.5 billion in key NSW Government projects that connect communities and support emergency services.

We lead and coordinate whole-of-government connectivity strategy to bridge the digital divide and help keep people and places safe.

NSWTA operates as a standalone Statutory Authority within the Department of Customer Service. We promote flexibility and we will consider part time, job share and other flexible arrangements.

We're proud of our customer-centric, people-first culture and it is key to the success of our fast-moving, high-performance organisation, where our people and partners live and breathe our values of Integrity, Trust, Service and Accountability.

We understand the importance of continuing to learn and grow in your career and provide a range of training and development opportunities to keep upskilling and nurturing our people. We're also committed to creating opportunities for job mobility and new experiences within our organisation or the wider public sector.

For more information, go to NSW Telco Authority

Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $129,464 base plus superannuation

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Closing Date: Wednesday 14th January 2026, 9:59am

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