Safety & Training Advisor
Job No:
CSCO113
Location:
Cooktown, QLD
Safety and Training Advisor (Maternity Leave Contract - up to 12 months)
A golden opportunity exists for a committed and experienced Safety and Training Advisor who thrives on working collaboratively across the workforce to help shape a safe and healthy work environment.
Are you passionate about working with people and making a real difference in our workplace health and safety culture? Then we want to hear from you.
Why choose Cook Shire Council?
- 5 weeks of annual leave, allowing you plenty of time to relax and enjoy the local surroundings
- 3 weeks of personal leave to support a healthier work/life balance
- Salary sacrificing options
- A supportive and friendly work environment that encourages personal and professional growth
What you'll be doing
- Develop, implement and maintain Council's safety management system in consultation with WHS Manager and key stakeholders.
- Identify and monitor relevant WHS legislation; codes of practice and guidelines.
- Assist with the facilitation and coordination of Council's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
- Ensure systems and registers are up to date and maintained.
- Assist with accidents, incidents and hazard investigations.
- Coordinate internal safety audits.
- Assist with the administration of workers' compensation claims, rehabilitation and return to work programs.
- Assist with job and workplace redesign.
- Plan, coordinate and conduct workplace health and safety training and inductions.
- Coordinate WHS Committee meetings and manage associated administration.
- Provide guidance, advice and support to all employees.
- Travel to remote communities within Cook Shire Council area and overnight stays
What we're looking for
- Certificate IV or higher qualification in Work Health and Safety and/or ability to demonstrate equivalent experience.
- High level communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong customer service and agility skills.
- Sound analytical skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and data management programs.
- Current Construction White Card.
- A current QLD Driver’s Licence.
How to apply
Join our team and make a difference. Apply Now.
To apply, please review the Candidate Information Kit for this position. To be considered for selection you will need to submit:
- a Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in this role; and
- a detailed and up to date Resume/CV.
Applications should be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" tab below to apply.
Applications Monday 14 April 2025.
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SUMMARY & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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Job reference |
CSC113 |
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Position: |
Safety & Training Advisor |
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Location: |
Council Depot Administration Office - 31 Charlotte Street Cooktown and working across all council facilities through Cook Shire |
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Tenure: |
Full time fixed term contract - up to 12 months |
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Remuneration: |
Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 – Level 4 - 6 subject to qualifications and experience $82K - $98k per annum + applicable allowances |
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Leave Entitlements |
5 weeks annual leave 15 days personal leave |
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Superannuation |
11.5% Superannuation contributions |