Director, Safety Engineering & Regulatory Strategy

Office of Industrial Relations QLD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Industrial Relations QLD in Brisbane seeks a Director and Chief Safety Engineer to lead the Engineering Services unit, driving technical leadership and high safety standards across high-risk sectors.

You will provide expert regulatory advice, oversee investigations, and shape licensing and enforcement activities. Strong collaboration with government, industry and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in mechanical, civil or structural engineering.
• Registration or eligibility to register as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and monitor the Engineering Services unit, aligning with strategic objectives.
• Provide expert technical advice on occupational safety and engineering matters.
• Oversee incident investigations and prepare expert reports within your area of expertise.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's or higher in mechanical/civil/structural engineering

Registration or eligibility to register as a RPEQ

Job description

Office of Industrial Relations QLD in Brisbane seeks a Director and Chief Safety Engineer to lead the Engineering Services unit, driving technical leadership and high safety standards across high-risk sectors.

You will provide expert regulatory advice, oversee investigations, and shape licensing and enforcement activities. Strong collaboration with government, industry and stakeholders is essential.