Job description
Agency Department of the Attorney - General Work unit NT WorkSafe - Licensing and Advsiory Services
Job title WorkSafe Advisory Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Full Time Duration Fixed for 6 months
Salary $79,664 - $90,824 Location Darwin
Position number 17617 RTF 361030 Closing 24/11/2026
Contact Officer Lisa Taylor on 08 8999 5484 or [email protected]
About the agency https://justice.nt.gov.au/ | https://worksafe.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=361030

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
A WorkSafe Advisory Officer is responsible for providing accurate, timely and consistent advice and support to internal and external
stakeholders on work health and safety, electrical safety and licensing; in line with the legislation administered by NT WorkSafe. The role
undertakes licensing functions, including the assessment and processing of applications, and exercises delegated inspector powers where




required.
Context statement
NT WorkSafe is a division of the Department of Attorney-General and Justice responsible for assisting business and workers understand
their obligations under work health and safety, dangerous goods, electrical safety and workers compensation legislation.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Respond to enquiries received via telephone, email and online forms; and provide accurate and timely information to support

Government, industry and the public meet their statutory obligations under the legislation administered by NT WorkSafe.
2. Provide advice and guidance to stakeholders on license and permit applications, and authorisations across all legislation

administered by NT WorkSafe.
3. Provide the first point of contact for incident notifications, safety concerns and notifications of work and conduct triage assessments.
4. Process licence and permit applications, including reviewing, assessing and evaluating submissions, and making recommendations to

delegated decisionmakers.
5. Prepare explicit licensing related correspondence including external communications and internal memorandums.
6. Provide research documentation and assistance to delegates on work health and safety issues, preventative strategies and

legislative obligations.
7.



Operate and maintain databases for regulatory performance and monitoring requirements.
8. Contribute to team capability by assisting with on-the-job training of staff and supporting the development of teamwork plans,

procedures and performance goals.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and manage workloads to meet deadlines, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
2. Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, relevant legislation and regulatory processes, particularly in work health and safety, dangerous

goods and electrical licensing.
3. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly and prepare accurate

documentation.
4. Ability to gather and analyse information, identify issues and provide sound recommendations in line with policies and procedures.
5. Proven ability to deliver quality customer service, build relationships and work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
6. Sound understanding of records management practices and the ability to maintain accurate data and documentation.
Desirable
1. Previous experience within a regulatory agency in work health and safety, allied field or licensing environment.
2. Experience using licensing, compliance or case management systems and standard business software.
3. Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to participate in an on-call roster, including after-hours support if required.
Further information
Additional inclusions may include further information that is relevant to the vacancy; for example, criminal history checks, flexibility in
starting dates, requirements for travel, etc.

📌 Worksafe Advisory Officer (Darwin)
🏢 Attorney-General's Department
📍 Darwin