Team Coordinator- SafeWork NSW- North Coast – Operations Regional

· Lead & support the people who keep NSW workplaces protected and healthy every day.

· SafeWork NSW – Team Coordinator, Salary starting at $156,969.00 plus superannuation

· Ongoing (permanent) position based in Port Macquaire

About SafeWork NSW

SafeWork NSW is the state’s workplace health and safety regulator. Our focus is to protect NSW workers by preventing and reducing work related fatalities, serious injuries, and illnesses by securing compliance with work health and safety and associated legislation.

SafeWork NSW is undergoing an exciting and important period of transformation as we establish the organisation as a contemporary, strong and standalone Work Health and Safety Regulator.

About the team:

SafeWork NSW Operations Regional Directorate has a strategic approach to supporting safe, healthy, and productive workplaces in Regional NSW. This approach focuses on protecting NSW workers through strategic stakeholder engagement, evidence-based and risk-focused harm prevention initiatives, and proportionate and targeted regulatory responses to incidents and service requests. By engaging with stakeholders, implementing data-driven initiatives, and responding effectively to incidents, SafeWork NSW aims to reduce workplace harm and incidents in Regional NSW, promoting a culture of safety and health in NSW workplaces.

About the role:

Reporting to a Manager, the role of Team Coordinator will provide supervision, operational support and quality assurance, and will also conduct requests for service, incident investigations, prevention and response programs of work.

Coordinate, supervise and support a team of professionals that may include Inspectors, specialists, project officers and support staff responsible for the delivery of productive, productive,



and responsive regulatory services and education/compliance programs to deliver healthy and safe workplaces.

Role responsibilities include

· Coordinate and deliver regulatory services aligned with legislation, strategic priorities, and customer service standards.

· Lead and support team operations, including supervision, job allocation, coaching, and performance management.

· Oversee investigations, compliance, and prevention activities, providing guidance to ensure consistent and best‑practice regulatory decisions.

· Engage stakeholders and contribute to reporting and briefings, identifying emerging issues and promoting improved WHS outcomes.

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

About You:

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across SafeWork NSW

Demonstrated ability at working collaboratively and flexibly within other teams while meeting multiple deadlines and priorities.

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to an evolving team that will embrace continuous improvement and build a positive culture.

To be successful as a SafeWork NSW Inspector, you must

· Successfully complete all mandatory pre‑employment checks, including a medical assessment to confirm capacity to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the role.





· Hold and maintain a valid driver’s licence along with a satisfactory driving record.

· Commit to complete the 12-month New Inspector Training Program (NITP) for the awarding of the Diploma in Government (Workplace Inspection), delivered by SafeWork NSW’s Registered Training Organisation. This includes induction, classroom and online learning, assessments, and extensive field-based training with regular travel across the Sydney metropolitan area.

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 17th November 2026 [11:59pm]

For enquiries relating to the recruitment process, please contact Georgia Waymouth at [email protected]

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 want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact Georgia Waymouth at [email protected] For more information, please visit

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Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process A talent pool may be created to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities for a period of up to 18 months.

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