Job Description Work Type: Permanent Full TimeLocation: EmeraldDepartment: Infrastructure & UtilitiesRemuneration: $94,099.90 - $107,492.97 per annum + superannuation Central Highlands Regional Council is committed to continuous improvement. As a result, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Safety Advisor to support our Water Utilities Team. In this newly created position, you will play a key role in promoting our safe culture, coaching and mentoring workers, and constantly striving to deliver simple and efficient safety systems. You will enjoy the human element of the role, building relationships through effective communication and promoting 'safety first' through your onsite presence. In this busy role, you will support the organisation by: Promoting and supporting the embedment of Council's robust safety culture within the Water Utilities Team. Assisting with the review and development of safety documents such as Safe Operating Procedures (SOP), Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Site Risk Assessments (SRA), and Council's Policies and Procedures. Conducting frequent field-based tasks such as safety inspections, safety observations, and providing advice on best practice. Coordinating the reporting and investigation procedures for accidents/incidents/near misses. Supporting supervisors with return to work and suitable duties plan implementation and compliance. Ensuring effective regulatory and statutory reporting requirements are met within time frames. Connecting and operating consistently with the safety and wellness team within council to support the common goal of all to Start safe. Work safe. Home safe. To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess: Demonstrated experience in a similar role within the operational and/or construction environment with a comprehensive knowledge of Work Health & Safety Act 2011, Regulations 2011. Demonstrated ability and attitude to work in an operational team environment to develop and generate innovative, creative and practical solutions to achieve best practice in safe work methods. Demonstrated facilitation and computer skills to deliver consultation for new procedures and practices. High level disciplined knowledge of work health and safety management systems, hazard identification, and risk management techniques. Qualifications in Work Health & Safety or related discipline. Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers' license. General Construction Industry Card. If this sounds like you, apply now! Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits. We are a progressive region, committed to 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 Benefits Include: A generous superannuation scheme. 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. How to Apply 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. 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. Medical Assessment. 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: Monday 04 November 2024 at 8am.Please note: Candidates may be progressed through the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr