WHS Advisor

About the position The WHS Advisor will lead and facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of proactive Work Health & Safety (WHS) and Risk Management Systems, and train and mentor employees, supervisors and managers in these systems. About Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Shire is one of NSW's most dynamic local government areas. For over four decades it has been at the heart of the State's energy industry, and we are now on the transition to being a renewable energy hub. We have the two largest thoroughbred horse studs in the southern hemisphere, a healthy viticulture industry, and a large part of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park within the Shire. We are also central to Newcastle, Tamworth and Dubbo. Muswellbrook Shire Council is a vibrant workplace with a commitment to excellence in all facets of its operations, and we are committed to employee welfare and development. About you A Diploma in Work Health & Safety, or equivalent, coupled with demonstrated previous industry experience in planning, organising and implementing WHS initiatives Class C Drivers Licence. WorkCover approved Return to Work Advisor Certificate. (Desirable) Cert IV Training & Assessment. (Desirable) WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Card. (Desirable) Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description). Demonstrated Developed key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description). We offer Permanent full time, 35 hours per week Salary from $75,670 to $85,018 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11% superannuation 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply) Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family Flexible work arrangements with access to access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi) Further information and to apply For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website or contact the hiring manager Emily Lane, Manager Governance and Risk on (02) 6549 3700. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources. To apply: Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Unfortunately, an unfinished application can’t be retrieved to finish at a later date. Please keep your responses concise. Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated. Click ‘Apply’. You will receive an email confirming your application has been submitted. All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application. Applications close on 05 March 2024. The Welcome Experience The Welcome Experience in Muswellbrook connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience ***Please ensure you check your "Junk mail" folder***