Expression of Interest - Work Health & Safety Trainee
Looking for a practical way into Work Health and Safety? Learn on the job, build real workplace experience and work towards a recognised qualification.
Cloncurry Shire Council is inviting Expressions of Interest for a Work Health & Safety Trainee to join our Human Resources and Safety team.
This traineeship is an opportunity to combine structured study with practical, hands-on experience in a diverse local government environment. You will work alongside experienced Council employees while developing the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in workplace health and safety.
What We Offer:
Full time traineeship
Opportunity to complete Certification in Work Health & Safety
Paid employment while completing your qualification
Practical, on-the-job learning and development
Support and guidance from Council's Human Resources and Safety team
Exposure to a broad range of Council workplaces and operations
About the Traineeship
We are looking for someone who is ready to learn.
Working with the Human Resources and Safety team, you will develop practical experience across different areas of WHS while completing the formal study requirements of your traineeship.
Depending on your stage of development and training, you may gain exposure to activities such as:
assisting with workplace inspections and safety activities
supporting WHS documentation and record keeping
helping maintain training, compliance and safety records
participating in safety meetings and workplace initiatives




assisting with hazard and incident information
supporting WHS communication and awareness activities
learning how workplace health and safety requirements apply across Council operations
providing general administrative support to the Human Resources and Safety team.
The traineeship will give you exposure to a diverse organisation, including office-based and operational work environments.
About You
What matters is that you are genuinely interested in learning, willing to ask questions and prepared to take responsibility for both your work and your studies.
You may be finishing school, looking for your first career opportunity, returning to the workforce or considering a change in direction.
You will demonstrate:
A genuine interest in Work Health and Safety
A willingness to learn and complete the required qualification
Good communication and interpersonal skills
A reliable and responsible approach to work
Attention to detail and willingness to follow procedures
Basic computer and digital literacy
The ability to work effectively as part of a team
Confidence asking questions when you are unsure
An understanding that safety is everyone's responsibility.
Requirements
Eligibility to undertake the nominated traineeship
Ability to meet the requirements of the nominated qualification
C Class Driver Licence
National Police Clearance
2 Professional References
Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment activities prior to the closing date.
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