Senior Right to Information Officer

- Are you passionate about legislation and promoting open government? Join the Right to Information Team, SafeWork NSW
- Clerk Grade 7/8, commencing salary $116,981 plus super
- Ongoing, based in Gosford or Parramatta, other flexible arrangements considered

About us

SafeWork NSW is the state's workplace health and safety regulator. Our mission is to reduce work-related fatalities, injuries and illnesses by ensuring workplaces comply with health and safety laws. We achieve this through a mix of responsive and proactive programs targeting high-risk areas across all industries, aligned with our strategic plan and regulatory priorities.

About the role

The Right to Information Team is responsible for overseeing SafeWork NSW’s statutory responsibilities under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act). The GIPA Act establishes a proactive, more open approach to gaining access to government information in New South Wales.

The team operate in a high volume, fast paced and frontline structured environment, to facilitate the review and determination of applications made under the GIPA Act. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, well-established team, who are passionate about applying the relevant legislations and promoting open government.

Reporting to a Senior Coordinator, this role manages complex requests for information under the GIPA Act.

To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.

About You

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with excellent attention to detail.

- The ability to make and write, strong, and legally sound, autonomous decisions. In particular, the position holder will have in-depth experience applying the GIPA Act, or in-depth experience applying a similar legislation.
- Thrive in a high volume and time pressured setting, where competing priorities much be managed effectively.




- Aptitude to deliver to tight deadlines and be flexible and resilient in an environment of changing and competing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proven ability to write decisions based on legislation, and to tailor communication messaging effectively to different audiences.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Online’ to access our application portal and submit your application. Your application should include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume (no more than 5 pages) outlining your capabilities and experience relevant to the role.

Application closing date: Tuesday 22nd September 2026 (9:59AM)

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact the Manager of Right to Information, Paige Brown, via email at [email protected]

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace
The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.

You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.

We provide adjustments to the recruitment process for candidates, including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, including alternate formats or have questions about the support available, please contact Tayla Gibbs at [email protected]

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📌 Senior Right to Information Officer (Gosford)
🏢 NSW Department of Customer Service
📍 Gosford