AddressWork Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: People, Safety & Legal
Award & Level: Stream A, Level 7 – 8 $102,145.95 - $123,191.75 per annum + Superannuation
Are you passionate about developing a positive safety culture whilst mentoring a dedicated Safety Team?
Central Highlands Regional Council is currently recruiting for a highly experienced Safety Team Leader to join their People, Safety & Legal team.
We are looking for a safety specialist, who enjoys working collaboratively with leaders and staff to foster a positive safety culture. This is a varied role that incorporates in field and office-based activities across all council facilities and work sites in the Central Highlands Region. This is an exciting time to join council as we embark on a Safety First Project which provide you with an opportunity to be part of a focus group to establish best practice standards to improve council’s overall safety management system.
If you are passionate about safety and are looking for a leadership opportunity where you will make a difference, we want to hear from you!
In this role, you will support the organization by:
- Leading and mentoring a team of safety advisors
- Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with staff across the organisation to help develop their understanding of risks and reduce injuries in the workplace
- Regularly conducting site visits and participating in toolbox meetings
- Conducting risk assessments, incident investigations & safety observations
- Ensuring that safety audits, inspections and investigations are conducted to a high standard
- Providing work health and safety advice and legislation interpretation to the diverse CHRC organisation
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- Qualifications in Work Health & Safety or related discipline
- Experience and understanding of Queensland’s Work Health & Safety Legislation and Codes of Practices
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Competency in a wide range of Microsoft programs
- Qld C Class Drivers Licence
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19.75% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Fortnightly RDO’s
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position and adressing the key selection criteria
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Criminal History Check
- Reference and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Thursday 16th May 2024 at 0800.
