The Role
The APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer role is critical in assisting SEG to meet its work health and safety obligations.
As the APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer you will:
* Provide advice on various safety topics across multiple geographical areas referencing the relevant Defence policies.
* Engage with base management teams, product directorates and contractors to influence active and appropriate management of WHS risks and incidents.
* Undertake research and analysis, conduct review, assessments and investigations to improve health and safety outcomes across SEG.
* Contribute to Base WHS Committees and Base WHS management planning and be required to provide input into broader SEG policy and papers as requested.
About our Team
Our team supports a large and diverse group of stakeholders including various contractors, across all Defence sites to influence positive safety outcomes. We are a small effective team with a passion for safety.
The activities undertaken by the team are many and varied and include:
* Engaging with SEG stakeholders on local and national safety topics and issues.
* Working with SEG's contractors to ensure effective management of WHS.
* Providing analysis and reporting to the Senior Leadership Group on WHS responsibilities, performance and trends.
* Managing SEG's interactions with the Commonwealth WHS Regulator (Comcare).
* Working with other Defence Groups and Services to ensure a coordinated approach to safety across Defence.
* Representing SEG in Defence WHS and in the development of Defence WHS policies.
* Leading and coordinating a national network of WHS subject matter experts.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and adaptable person who has:
* The ability and drive to develop and implement practical WHS solutions based on legislation, policy and procedures and required outcomes.
* The ability to provide accurate and timely advice in relation to WHS matters.
* Excellent attention to detail and is self-motivated to achieve safety results and meet deadlines.
* The ability to undertake complex work tasks under limited direction.
* Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication.
Application Closing Date: Monday 20 October 2025
For further information please review the job information pack, reference SEG/06553/25 on