Workplace Health and Safety Officer - NDRRA Program (Disaster Recovery)

ARE YOU A WHS OFFICER PASSIONATE ABOUT FLOOD RECOVERY? JOIN OUR SKILLED TEAM IN SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY.
About the position
The Workplace Health and Safety Officer – NDRRA Program will provide expert advice on work Health and Safety issues related to the Disaster Recovery Program. You will work as part of a professional team and be responsible for servicing a number of officers in work related to the Disaster Recovery Program project. This role is expected to actively participate in all areas concerning workplace safety and wellness.
This position will work under general direction.

• The salary range for this position is $77,223.52 - $82,594.58 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• This is a Temporary Full time position until 31 December 2024.
• This position is based at our Principal Depot in Charlton.
• Enjoy work/life balance with a nine (9) day fortnight and access to banked leave.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!
• Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to ensure their qualifications and skills align with the 'Success Criteria' outlined in the when submitting their application.
How to apply
To apply, please submit two documents: * A two page cover letter addressing each of the 'Success Criteria' in the
in two pages or less (include your experience, abilities, knowledge, and personal qualities relevant for the position); and * Your current resume.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
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For further information
Please contact Ian Beil on (07) 4697 0228 within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 3 March 2024.
About Council
The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.