Work Health Safety Advisor

Position Details

• Work type: Full-time Permanent
• Salary Classification: QLGIA (Stream A) Level 3 – 4
  
  ($75,235.47 – $83, % Superannuation)
• Location: Negotiable (within the North Burnett Region)
• Schedule: 9-day fortnight

Why work with us?

There really is no better place to live, work and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett. Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.

Work-life balance, this role offers a 9-day fortnight allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.

Community and connection, find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.

Affordable living, enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.

Rural lifestyle, enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.

Rewarding career, this is an exciting time to be joining the team. North Burnett Regional Council offer a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.

Find out more about our region in the North Burnett Visitors Guide

About the role

Reporting to the Work Health Safety Coordinator, the role of WHS Advisor is responsible for facilitating compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and codes of practice by actively managing and monitoring the Health and Safety Management System, providing accurate and up to date information, support, and advice, undertaking regular compliance inspections and audits to identify non-compliance and proactively investigate WHS risks.

This is an ideal role for a safety professional looking to gain a broad range of experience and extend their skillset due to the diverse nature of local government.

About you

You will genuinely care about ensuring great safety outcomes for our teams. You will have diverse experience and be suitably qualified, having completed a minimum Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety – (or undertaking and have nearly completed this Certificate combined with demonstrated extensive, multi-industry experience).

You will enjoy working collaboratively in a geographically dispersed team to facilitate a culture of safety awareness and compliance. You will have good basic administration skills and ability to utilise and support our workforce in the use of on-line safety management systems. Additionally, you will be an effective communicator with a consultative approach who truly partners with leaders and workers across the business to proactively identify areas of weakness and risks, and the ability to develop and implement relevant and fit-for-purpose mitigation strategies to ensure compliant outcomes. Proven WHS experience within a local government setting will be highly regarded.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist with the development and maintenance of an effective Safety Management System and ensure implementation across all Council worksites.
• Identify and investigate WH&S risks/ non-compliance.
• Provide accurate and up to date information, support, and advice to all areas of Council to ensure the organisation is compliant with applicable legislation and the compliance framework.
• Coordinate and undertake WH&S training and assessment functions including inductions and the verification of competency program.
• Coordinate and assist with the management the work and non-work-related injury and illness rehabilitation program.

Qualifications, Training & Licence requirements:

• Unrestricted 'C' class drivers' licence (essential).
• Work Safe in the Construction Industry Induction Certificate (White Card).
• Current National Police Check (or ability to obtain and provide one).
• Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator competency (approved by Queensland Workers' Compensation Regulator.
• Tertiary qualifications or undertaking formal qualifications relevant to work area, e.g. Cert IV in WHS or higher.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.

Applications close: 10:00pm, Sunday 05 October 2025

Contact: For further information regarding this position please contact Darren from the People and Performance Team on

Benefits of working at Council

• Be part of a passionate and talented team
• Competitive salaries, plus 12% superannuation
• Generous leave provisions
• Healthy work/ life balance
• Rostered days off (RDO)
• Salary packaging
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee 'Study Assistance' scheme
• Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters

Additional Information:

Accommodation / housing – The North Burnett Region offers a range of affordable housing options, ideal for those entering the property market. For short-term or rental accommodation, we recommend reaching out to local real estate agents, who can provide tailored advice and assist with finding the right fit for your needs.

To be considered for this position, you must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia. North Burnett Regional Council is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close, withdraw, or extend vacancies at any time without prior notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted before the closing date.