Position Vacant Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council is inviting applications for the position of Work Health and Safety Advisor . Council is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to provide high-level advice and support across its operations, helping to maintain safe, healthy and compliant workplaces. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with Council managers, supervisors and staff to identify and manage workplace risks, strengthen safety practices, provide professional guidance and contribute to a positive workplace safety culture.

Qualifications and Experience

- Relevant tertiary qualifications (Diploma or Degree) in Work Health and Safety or a related discipline, significant experience in health and safety management, or a minimum Certificate IV qualification with five years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience providing high-level WHS advice across an organisation
- Strong knowledge of relevant WHS legislation, regulations, policies and procedures
- Broad experience across workplace health and safety activities
- Current Driver Licence





Key Skills and Capabilities

- Ability to assess complex workplace safety issues and develop practical solutions
- Strong leadership, employee engagement and change management skills
- Ability to influence and work effectively with managers, supervisors and staff

- Excellent organisational skills, including managing multiple projects and competing priorities
- Ability to achieve outcomes within timeframes and available resources
- Well-developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prepare qualified reports, correspondence and workplace documentation
- Experience working with external organisations and stakeholders
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgement
- Commitment to improving workplace health and safety practices and organisational performance

For further information, please contact: Anne-Maree – Manager People Safety and Compliance Email: Phone:

📌 Work Health and Safety Advisor (Australia)
🏢 Aboriginal Shire of Cherbourg
📍 Australia