About the role
As a Lead Inspector, you'll: * Lead, coach and support a team of inspectors in a dynamic regulatory environment. * Interpret and apply complex legislation to make sound regulatory decisions. * Oversee and support investigations into workplace incidents and compliance matters. * Engage with employers, workers and industry stakeholders to improve safety outcomes. * Identify and respond to breaches of legislation using an education-first approach while taking enforcement action where required. * Contribute to operational planning, continuous improvement and organisational change initiatives. * Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver consistent regulatory outcomes. About you
We're looking for an experienced leader with a background in regulation, compliance, investigations or enforcement who can confidently operate in complex environments.
To be successful, you will demonstrate: * Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. * Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret and apply complex legislation or regulatory frameworks. * Excellent written communication skills, including preparing investigation reports, recommendations and regulatory documentation. * Experience in compliance, enforcement, investigations or another regulatory environment (work health and safety experience is highly regarded but not essential). * Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. * The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high-quality outcomes. Why join us?




When you join WHSQ you'll become part of an organisation committed to making Queensland workplaces safer.
You'll enjoy: * Meaningful work that has a direct impact on the Queensland community. * Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance. * Ongoing learning, leadership development and career progression opportunities. * Market-competitive salary, superannuation and Queensland Government employment benefits. * A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on achieving positive safety outcomes. How to apply
Please supply a letter or statement (no more than 2 pages) answering the following two questions: * * What motivates you to apply for the Lead Inspector (Construction) role with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, and how does this opportunity align with your skills, experience and career aspirations? * Describe an achievement to best demonstrate your contribution to: a) Improving workplace health and safety outcomes on a large scale (preferably in a regulatory environment); or
b) Increasing the capability of staff relating to a workplace health and safety issue.
Your responses should provide specific examples that demonstrate your leadership capability, decision-making skills and ability to achieve positive outcomes in a complex operational environment.
If you're looking for a role where your leadership and regulatory experience can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/698103/26 Closing Date: Monday, 31 August 2026

📌 Lead Inspector (Construction) (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane