Fixed Term Full Time opportunity available (9-day fortnight, ***** hours/week), July **** – July ****
Bachelor or higher qualifications in Work Health and Safety, Risk, Compliance, Law, Health or a related discipline combined with experience working in a similar role
LGO 6 ($98,691 - $105,349) per annum + superannuation based on skills, qualifications and experience
Application Close
11:45pm, Sunday 5 July ****
About the role
This position will provide expert health and safety advice, guidance and leadership and will share responsibility for the development of appropriate systems, tools, resources and training to ensure all organisational and legislative health and safety indicators are achieved.
This position will also build a participative relationship model, where education, guidance and expertise address operational issues and build capability within operational areas, contributing to the achievement of service deliverables through a focus on continuous improvement.
About you
The ideal candidate is an experienced qualified with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Work Health and Safety, Risk, Compliance, Law, Health, or a related discipline.
They bring a strong background in similar roles and possess (or are capable of obtaining) essential certifications such as the General Construction Induction (white card), Traffic Management Implementation (TMI), ICAM Lead Training for Incident Investigation, and Internal Auditor accreditation.
Known for their exceptional coaching and facilitation skills, they have a proven ability to empower leaders and teams toward cultivating a safe, healthy, and productive workplace.
This candidate thrives in dynamic environments, showing flexibility and efficiency under shifting priorities.
Their deep understanding of WHS legislation and regulatory frameworks is complemented by strong interpersonal abilities, enabling meaningful collaboration,



consultation, and negotiation with customers and stakeholders.
Benefits
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Natural Disaster Leave
PPE provided
Annual wage progression
Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing employees
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
Employee Assistance Program
* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact
Contact Person:
Kandy
Contact Email:
******
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.
People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact ***************** or phone ************ for a confidential discussion.
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📌 Health, Safety & Wellbeing Business Partner (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville