Description:
Working with us is more than just a job, it's making a difference to people's lives.
We’re Queensland’s work health and safety regulator, part of the Office of Industrial Relations (OIR).
Our purpose is to improve work health and safety and reduce the risk of work-related fatalities, injuries, and illness in Queensland workplaces.
We work with industry and assist businesses to create a safe and healthy culture in Queensland places of work.
We do this by:
- Making sure work health and safety laws are followed.
- Investigating work-related fatalities and serious injuries.
- Educating workplaces on ways to comply with legislation.
- Taking legal action when work health and safety laws are broken.
- Educating employees and employers on their legal obligations.
Two (2) vacancies currently exist within the Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ), Compliance and Field Services team for a Senior Inspector (Industrial). These positions are based at Maroochydore.
You'll be part of a dynamic and diverse culture, working alongside supportive and passionate people. Building a career with us means you can help make a real difference in the lives of Queensland workers and employers, and their families. We seek to improve work health and safety, through regulatory and policy frameworks and the provision of evidenced-based services and advice.
As Senior Inspector (Industrial) within Workplace Health and Safety Queensland you will be part of an efficient, flexible and responsive team that strives for safer workplaces.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Enforce compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Electrical Safety Act 2002 to enhance workplace safety.
- Participate in compliance campaigns, industry audits, workplace inspections, and risk management initiatives.
- Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, and complaints, preparing detailed reports and implementing enforcement actions.
- Build strong relationships with industry stakeholders, providing education and guidance on workplace safety.
- Deliver advisory services, workshops, and presentations to promote best practices in workplace health and safety.
- Support regional planning and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work collaboratively across compliance programs and promote an inclusive, diverse workplace culture.
This role will challenge and develop your ability to engage with stakeholders, partner and educate the community in safety matters and ensure compliance within a regulatory framework.
You'll be part of the solution to keep Queenslander's safe at work and see the direct impact of your role in the community.
As a Queensland public sector employee, you will also have employment security and access to flexible work, health and wellbeing programs, competitive salary and superannuation and support for development.
If you are looking for more than just a job and passionate about making a difference in workplaces to ensure all employees return home safely, APPLY NOW!
Applications to remain current for 12 months.