$91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation Darwin - NT The Role
The APS 6 Work Health and Safety Officer will be required to:
Ensure Headquarters 1st Brigade (1 BDE) compliance with Commonwealth Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, and Defence policies. Provide specialist WHS advice to the command personnel and WHS representatives. Conduct WHS audits. Report on and manage the corrective actions on the outcomes of all WHS audits – internal and external. Implement all audit recommendations and regulatory requirements (includes COMCARE and DRSA). Provide safety management support to training, exercises, operations and other activities. Represent 1 BDE at Safety Committee meetings. Promote a positive WHS culture within Robertson Barracks, including the delivery of WHS training, reviewing common trends, and consulting with key stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes. Provide WHS updates, reports, and analytical data to support organisational activities and risk mitigation strategies. Provide updates on unit workplaces, plant, equipment, materials or safety hazards. Attend training and development to maintain WHS compliance and continual self-development to enhance WHS knowledge, updates and understanding. About our Team
Headquarters 1st Brigade is a dynamic team environment responsible for commanding and coordinating Units within the Brigade. The Brigade is currently undergoing an active Force Modernisation process to transition to a Littoral Manoeuvre force to meet the requirements of the Defence Strategic Review. As a result, considerable change is underway, with the staff focusing on preparing for this new role.
The Brigade also conducts numerous Security Engagement activities with regional partners, deploying personnel across the region and hosting members of foreign militaries for various exercises and activities. The Brigade has a strong relationship with the US Marines through the regular rotation of Marine elements through the NT. Overall, 1 Brigade conducts a diverse number of activities regularly, creating a rewarding and innovative work environment.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate:
Has excellent written and verbal communication skills. Can establish and maintain productive working relationships across a broad range of stakeholders. Has a demonstrated ability to interpret policy and develop and deliver solutions to complex WHS issues. Is a self-starter able to prioritise work, manage time and conflicting deadlines, and work proactively with limited direction. Understands, or has the ability to develop an understanding of, the unique requirements of working within an active military environment. Is willing to upskill where necessary in areas relating to emerging Defence WHS policy. Has a background in WHS.
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