An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced WHS Advisor to join a leading Queensland Government organisation in Townsville. This role will support the delivery of workplace health, safety and environmental initiatives across a diverse portfolio of construction and maintenance projects.

This position is ideal for a safety professional who is passionate about fostering secure workplaces, enjoys working collaboratively with operational teams, and has strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct WHS&E; site audits and inspections to ensure compliance across both internally delivered and contractor-delivered works.
- Provide expert WHS&E; advice and guidance to operational, supervisory and management staff regarding Safety Management System (SMS) requirements and legislative compliance.
- Assist with the development and delivery of WHS&E; education, training and information sessions.
- Support the reporting and investigation of workplace incidents and contractor notifiable incidents.
- Assist with rehabilitation and return-to-work programs under the guidance of senior WHS personnel.
- Coordinate and support emergency planning and response activities for offices and depots.
- Assist in the development, review and implementation of:
- Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
- Risk Assessments
- WHS Management Plans

- Contribute to regular WHS&E; reporting and safety performance monitoring.
- Support the delivery of health and safety programs that meet operational and stakeholder needs.

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced WHS Advisor to join a leading Queensland Government organisation in Townsville.



This role will support the delivery of workplace health, safety and environmental initiatives across a diverse portfolio of construction and maintenance projects.

This position is ideal for a safety professional who is passionate about fostering safe workplaces, enjoys working collaboratively with operational teams, and has strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct WHS&E; site audits and inspections to ensure compliance across both internally delivered and contractor-delivered works.
- Provide expert WHS&E; advice and guidance to operational, supervisory and management staff regarding Safety Management System (SMS) requirements and legislative compliance.
- Assist with the development and delivery of WHS&E; education, training and information sessions.
- Support the reporting and investigation of workplace incidents and contractor notifiable incidents.
- Assist with rehabilitation and return-to-work programs under the guidance of senior WHS personnel.
- Coordinate and support emergency planning and response activities for offices and depots.
- Assist in the development, review and implementation of:
- Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
- Risk Assessments
- WHS Management Plans

- Contribute to regular WHS&E; reporting and safety performance monitoring.




- Support the delivery of health and safety programs that meet operational and stakeholder needs.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Previous experience in a WHS Advisor, Safety Advisor or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, compliance requirements and safety management systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong administrative and reporting capabilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to work independently while supporting multiple operational teams.
- Flexibility to travel, including occasional short-notice visits to regional and remote depots.

Mandatory Requirements

- Current Driver Licence.
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or equivalent).

Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via***********@dfp.com.auor ***and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.

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📌 WHS Advisor (Townsville)
🏢 Dfp Recruitment
📍 Townsville