Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: People, Safety & Legal
Award & Level: Stream A, Level 7 – 8 $102,145.95 - $123,191.75 per annum + Superannuation
Are you passionate about developing a positive safety culture whilst mentoring a dedicated safety team? Central Highlands Regional Council is currently recruiting for a highly experienced Safety Team Leader to join their People, Safety & Legal team.
We are looking for a safety specialist, who enjoys working collaboratively with leaders and staff to foster a positive safety culture. This is a varied role that incorporates in field and office-based activities across all council facilities and work sites in the Central Highlands Region. This is an exciting time to join council as we embark on a Safety First Project which provide you with an opportunity to be part of a focus group to establish best practice standards to improve council's overall safety management system.
If you are passionate about safety and are looking for a leadership opportunity where you will make a difference, we want to hear from you!
In this role, you will support the organization by: Leading and mentoring a team of safety advisorsEstablishing and maintaining positive relationships with staff across the organisation to help develop their understanding of risks and reduce injuries in the workplaceRegularly conducting site visits and participating in toolbox meetingsConducting risk assessments, incident investigations & safety observationsEnsuring that safety audits, inspections and investigations are conducted to a high standardProviding work health and safety advice and legislation interpretation to the diverse CHRC organisationTo be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess: Qualifications in Work Health & Safety or related disciplineExperience and understanding of Queensland's Work Health & Safety Legislation and Codes of PracticesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsCompetency in a wide range of Microsoft programsQld C Class Drivers LicenceWorking for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits. We are a progressive region, committed in 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 Include: A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19.75% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading Fortnightly RDO's Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice optionsWages paid fortnightlyEmployee Assistance ProgramTo apply for this position: As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
To be considered for this position , please include the following documents:
A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position and addressing the key selection criteria Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this positionApplicants 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 AustraliaCriminal History CheckReference and qualification checksFor 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: Thursday 16th May 2024 at 0800. Privacy AcknowledgmentCentral Highlands Regional Council is collecting your personal information so that it may contact you regarding the position you have indicated an interest and for statistical purposes. The information will only be accessed by authorised Council employees and will not be given to any other persons or agency unless you have given us permission or we are required by law.
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Yes No If no, do you have a valid working visa? * Yes No Not Applicable Please list the class of the current Queensland (or equivalent) driver's license that you hold: * Are you an interstate applicant who has a current licence and will need to transfer your licence to a QLD licence prior to residing in QLD for 3 months? * As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all diversity groups and encourage you to self identify to any of the following groups: Aboriginal (First Nations People) Disability Female / Woman LGBTIQ+ Mature (45 - 64 years) Senior (65 years +) Youth (up to 24 years) We welcome people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. Please let us know if you speak another language as your first language. Are you a current or previous CHRC employee? * No Please advise if you require additional support to undertake the recruitment process. * Yes - please contact me to discuss further No thank you Are you currently or have you previously been employed at another Local Government Council? * Yes - please answer new question No If yes, which Local Government Council? Central Highlands Regional Council is collecting your personal information so that it may contact you for employment opportunities. This includes the position you have applied for, and any other opportunities we believe may be of interest to you. To help us gain a better understanding of applicants applying for jobs with Central Highlands Regional Council, we also record data for statistical purposes. The information you provide to us will only be accessed by authorised council employees and will not be given to any other persons or agency unless you have given us permission or as required by law. The performance records of applications made by current and previous employees of CHRC will be reviewed as part of any shortlisting process. Do you agree to the disclaimer listed? * Working for Central Highlands Region has its benefits.We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinkingindividuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuablerole we play in investing in our regional community.
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