Job Description
An experienced WHS professional required to support safety compliance and operational outcomes. Your new company A large Queensland Government organisation delivering building, construction and maintenance services across the state is seeking an experienced AO5 Workplace Health & Safety Advisor to join their high-performing team.
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Based in Townsville, this 4-month contract offers the opportunity to work closely with operational teams and contribute to meaningful workplace health, safety and environmental outcomes across a diverse range of projects and worksites. Your new role Reporting to the WHS Manager and working alongside Principal Workplace Health & Safety Advisors, you will play an important role in supporting workplace health, safety and environmental initiatives across operational and construction environments.
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You will provide practical WHS advice, assist with compliance activities, and contribute to continuous improvement across safety systems and processes.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Conducting WHS&E; audits and inspections across operational sites and contractor-delivered projects.
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Providing WHS advice and guidance to operational, supervisory and management staff regarding legislative compliance and Safety Management System requirements.
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Assisting with the delivery of WHS training, information sessions and awareness initiatives.
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Supporting the reporting and investigation of WHS incidents, including contractor notifiable incidents.
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Assisting with worker rehabilitation and return-to-work programs under the guidance of the WHS team.
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Supporting emergency planning and response activities across offices and depots.
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Assisting in the development, review and implementation of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS),



risk assessments and WHS Management Plans.
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Contributing to regular WHS&E; reporting across regional operations.
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Supporting the delivery of health and safety programs that meet operational and stakeholder requirements.
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Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote a positive safety culture.
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What you'll need to succeed
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To be successful in this role, you will bring experience within workplace health and safety, ideally within construction, maintenance, infrastructure or a similar operational environment.
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You will also possess:
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Knowledge of WHS legislation, Codes of Practice and compliance requirements.
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Experience conducting or supporting WHS audits, inspections and safety initiatives.
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Strong understanding of risk assessments, SWMS and safety management processes.
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Ability to support incident investigations and reporting activities.
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Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Strong organisational, problem-solving and time management abilities.
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Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across diverse teams.
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Confidence providing practical WHS advice in operational environments.
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What you'll get in return
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4-month government contract based in Townsville.
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Chance to work across a diverse portfolio of construction, maintenance and operational projects.
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Exposure to complex WHS activities, audits and compliance initiatives.
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Competitive AO5 hourly rate plus super.
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Supportive and collaborative team environment.
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Opportunity to make a genuine impact on workplace safety outcomes across the region.
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Valuable government experience that will strengthen your WHS career.
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📌 Ao5/1 Workplace Health And Safety Advisor (Townsville)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Townsville