Risk Officer

Berrigan Shire Council; Berrigan; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Berrigan Shire Council is seeking a hands-on Risk Officer to coordinate the risk function through site inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations and system maintenance. The role involves significant on-site work with some office duties.

You will co-ordinate inspections, work with volunteers, monitor compliance, and contribute to improved risk processes. A full-time position with a 70-hour, 9-day fortnight schedule and flexible working arrangements is offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Australian driver’s licence.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with standard software.
• Solid understanding of work health and safety principles.
• Willingness to complete Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workplace inspection program and follow up on rectification works.
• Work with volunteers to identify activities, document procedures and inspect work processes.
• Inspect public facilities for hazards and signage effectiveness.
• Monitor compliance of projects, sites and contractors.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain Safe Work Method Statements and SOPs.
• Enter data into the digital platform and generate reports.
• Identify and report risks and seek process improvements.

Skills

Australian Driver’s licence

Basic computer knowledge

Understanding of work health andSafety

National Police Check

Education

Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

This role is a hands‑on role designed to assist with the co‑ordination of the risk function by conducting workplace and site inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations and general risk management system maintenance. The role will involve a lot of on-site work and some in‑office work.

The role will involve a lot of on‑site work and some in‑office work.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Co‑ordinate Council’s workplace inspection program to identify hazards and follow up on rectification works and assess the effectiveness of control measures.
• Work with volunteers of Council’s committees to identify volunteer activities, document procedures and inspect work processes.
• Inspect Council’s public facilities to determine hazards and the effectiveness of signage in place.
• Work with Council staff to inspect projects and sites and to monitor legislative compliance and contractor compliance.
• Conduct incident investigations and ensure reports are completed, corrective/preventative action identified and completed, and trends are identified and recorded.
• Assist with maintaining and developing documentation including Safe Work Method Statements and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Enter data into Council’s digital platform and provide reports as required.
• Proactively identify and report risks within areas of responsibility and actively seek opportunities to improve work processes.

What You’ll Need:

• Australian Driver’s licence and ability to maintain
• Basic computer knowledge
• An understanding of work health and safety, and a willingness and an ability to complete Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety
• National Police Check

What’s in it for You?

• Work in a dynamic environment that values your eagerness to learn and grow.
• Enjoy a full‑time position with a fantastic 70‑hour, 9‑day fortnight schedule.
• An opportunity to take advantage of our flexible working arrangements that fit your life.

This position is a full‑time position classified at Grade F, Entry Level under Council’s salary structure with a salary range based on qualifications and experience from $72,982.00 - $82,154.80 per annum plus 12% statutory superannuation. Conditions are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026.

Applications will close on Monday, 9 November 2026 at 5:00pm.

Berrigan Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer