Work Health Safety Advisor

Full Time 3-year contract

Located approximately 550km south-west of Cairns and just south of the base of the Gulf of Carpentaria, in the heart of the Gulf Savannah country, lies the quaint and beautiful town of Croydon. Rich in history, boasting beautiful heritage buildings, the iconic Gulflander train, stunning sunsets and numerous trails for birdwatching, bushwalking, mountain biking and trail running. Croydon NQ offers a unique Outback experience while providing essential services including a supermarket, healthcare centre, schooling, and recreational facilities.

About the role

· This is a rare opportunity to be part of something meaningful in a closeknit regional community where you'll genuinely make a difference.

· You'll shape how Croydon Shire Council approaches workplace health and safety; building systems, influencing culture, and embedding secure work practices across the organisation, all as part of a small team that values collaboration and heart.

Benefits

· Croydon Shire offers a competitive remuneration package of up to $123k dependent on experience including 12% superannuation, five weeks annual leave and 17.5% leave loading. You'll also receive low cost accommodation provided to you, free gym membership and relocation assistance to help you make the move.

· The role is a 3 year appointment, providing both stability and the flexibility of a 9 day fortnight, giving you amazing work life balance and zero commute. You'll join a welcoming community in the heart of the Gulf Savannah, where wide horizons, authentic outback living and meaningful work come together.





· If you're looking for a WHS role with real impact and a lifestyle that reconnects you with what matters, Croydon is the place to be.

Our ideal candidate

Australian work authorisation is required at the time of application.

· You genuinely care about workplace safety and bring both experience and heart to your work. You hold the right qualifications, a Diploma or Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, a current White Card and a valid open "C" class driver's licence.

A minimum of 3-5 years of workplace health and safety experience is required for this position.

· You have a sound working knowledge of WHS legislation, Australian Standards and Codes of Practice, and you know how to translate that knowledge into practical, on-the-ground solutions that make workplaces genuinely safer.

· You communicate easily and build positive relationships with people at all levels of an organisation, from the workshop floor to the executive table, bringing a calm, credible presence to sometimes difficult conversations. You enjoy being part of a small, close-knit community and value working in a role where relationships truly matter.

For further information on Croydon Shire Council and the position description please visit www.croydon.qld.gov.au. If you have questions about the role, please phone 07 4748 7 or via email @croydon.qld.gov.au. Applications should include a covering letter, resume and at least two references and can be emailed to @croydon.qld.gov.au.

Applications close at 5pm 12 August 2026

Jacqui Cresswell

Chief Executive Officer 28 July 2026

📌 Work Health & Safety Advisor (Croydon)
🏢 Croydon Shire Council
📍 Croydon