Ballina Shire Council

Work Health and Safety (WHS) Adviser

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

Ballina Shire Council is strongly committed to increasing diversity across the organisation. We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their gender, race religion, sexual orientation or disability status.

Position

We are looking for an enthusiastic and appropriately experienced individual to support a small team to drive Council's safety culture. Reporting to Council’s Coordinator Work Health and Safety, this position will provide professional advice and assistance to ensure that the organisation understands its legislative responsibilities with regard to workplace health and safety. Key focus areas of the position are to review contractor WHS Management Systems for compliance and support Council’s injury management functions.

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety together with demonstrated experience in supporting an organisation to meet legislative requirements and building and maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development and implementation in WHS policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Demonstrated well developed communication skills.

The rewards

• An annual salary range of $81,800 to $93,900 (plus 11.5% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
• A rostered day off working arrangement (19 day month or 9 day fortnight).
• Fitness Passport membership options.
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications close

11.30pm on Friday 14 March 2025

Specific enquiries

Graeme Vaughan | Coordinator WHS | 02 6686 1498

How to apply

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