Work Health and Safety Officer

$83,093 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
People, Community and Connection, Safety, Development and Training
Bundaberg Region 

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. 

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create. 

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Regular rostered days off 
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Work Health and Safety Officer to provide hands-on support  and practical WHS advice across Council’s varied operational areas. In this role, you will play a vital part in fostering a positive safety culture by ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, supporting the continuous improvement of Council’s safety management systems, and contributing to the effective use of WHS software programs. This is a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health, safety and wellbeing of our workforce.

About You

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, or a formally recognised equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated experience delivering front-line WHS support in a medium-to-large, operationally diverse and high-risk workplace, contributing to safe performance through practical hazard control, inspections and training.
• Sound working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld), associated Regulation and relevant Codes of Practice, with the ability to translate requirements into clear procedures.
• Confidence in facilitating toolbox talks, induction sessions and WHS training that engage a broad workforce and reinforce safe behaviours and actions.
• Experience maintaining WHS documentation and electronic systems, including chemical manifests and Safety Data Sheet registers, drug-and-alcohol test records, inspection findings and hazard reports.
• Current Queensland Class C driver licence and willingness to travel regularly between depots, offices and field locations.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or an equivalent adult-education qualification desirable.
• Rehabilitation and Return-to-Work Coordinator accreditation, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timeframe desirable.
• Previous WHS experience in Queensland local government or a comparable public-sector environment, including familiarity with contractor management processes and powered mobile plant verification-of-competency practices desirable. 

To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1346. 

Applications close on Monday, 21 July 2025, at 11:30 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.