Senior Health and Safety Advisor

Department of Fire & Emergency Services; Cockburn; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym access

Emergency incident support

Flexible working arrangements

Long service leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Department of Fire & Emergency Services in Western Australia is seeking two dedicated Senior Health and Safety Advisors to provide high-level WHS advisory services across a diverse and complex workforce. The role focuses on developing and implementing WHS initiatives, strategies, and procedures, and leading safety investigations.

Applicants should have proven experience in improving organisational safety and fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement, with leadership behaviours

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing high-level WHS advisory service across a diverse, complex workforce.
• Experience leading safety incident investigations and implementing WHS initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement work health and safety initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures.
• Lead and participate in safety incident investigations.
• Promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Job description

About the Role

Permanent Vacancy We currently have two (2) permanent full‑time positions available for filling, commencing immediately. This selection process may be used to fill other similar at level vacancies that arise within twelve (12) months. Applicants deemed suitable but not recommended may be considered for those roles.

We are seeking dedicated, experienced and proactive work health and safety professionals who have previous relevant experience providing a high‑level health and safety advisory service across a diverse and complex workforce operational organisation. The Senior Health and Safety Advisor is responsible for developing and implementing work health and safety initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures in accordance with relevant policies and legislation. The role also involves leading and participating in safety incident investigations, identifying opportunities to improve organisational safety, and promoting a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Leadership Behaviours are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviours aligned to the context of Personal Leadership. Additional details on expected behaviours are attached.

About Us

As Western Australia's leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property. By empowering our people, we create a diverse and capable organisation where we are united and supportive allowing us to work better together. It's crucial that as a collective, our employees, volunteers and the general public have all the tools they need to safely and effectively manage emergency events. To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit our website here.

Employment Conditions and Additional Information

DFES is an emergency services organisation and all employees may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours to assist with emergencies and additional allowances may apply.

Application Requirements

• A maximum two (2) page statement addressing essential criteria one (1) , three (3) , four (4) and five (5) contained in the attached job description form and in the context of the position responsibilities.
• A current comprehensive CV that clearly demonstrates your relevant competencies and experiences, including the names of two referees who can attest to your suitability to this.

An executive search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment to this role.

Benefits of Working With DFES

• Free 24/7 access to an on-site gym.
• Opportunities to assist during statewide emergency incidents.
• Great work/life balance through flexible working and leave arrangements.
• Long service leave after 7 years.
• Paid parental leave as well as other attractive leave options.
• Access to salary packaging options.
• Professional Career Development Opportunities.

Eligibility To Apply

You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.

National Police Certificate

A condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a current National Police Certificate (less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement.

Choice of Super

The Fire and Emergency Services (Superannuation Fund) Regulations 1986, prevents DFES from offering choice of super for permanent appointments. Those appointed permanently, only have the following two options:

• Remain with their existing GESB Superannuation account; or
• Join the Fire and Emergency Services Superannuation Fund (Click here for more information).

Those appointed on a fixed term contract do have choice of super, however if converted to permanent, employees will need to choose one on the two options listed above.

DFES Supports Diversity and Inclusion

DFES supports inclusion and diversity and advocates the value of inclusiveness where all DFES personnel are encouraged to contribute fully and are recognised and valued for their differences in an environment that is free from discrimination and the negative effects of bias, both conscious and unconscious. People from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal Australians and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. DFES may prioritise recruitment decisions based on the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

Application Notes

• All Essential Criteria listed in the Job Description Form will be assessed during recruitment and selection process.
• Referees may be contacted at any stage during the process.
• Any late, emailed or proforma applications submitted will be rejected.