SafeWork NSW, State Team Coordinator – Manager, Dangerous Goods & ExplosivesGrade:State Team CoordinatorSalary:$154,925 - $156,387 + SuperannuationLocation: Parramatta and GosfordDuration: Ongoing Applications Close: Wednesday 25th June 2025 (9:59AM)About the team:Dangerous Goods & Explosives (DG&E) team is responsible for administering the WHS legislation, the Explosives legislation and some aspects of the Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) legislation. In the area of hazardous chemicals, the team regulates compliance for all schedule 11 manifest quantity workplaces (MQW) and potential major hazard facilities sites in NSW. Under the Explosives legislation the team is responsible for assessing, reviewing and making recommendations for licence applications made by individuals and businesses, this includes pyrotechnicians. The team also provides technical support to internal and external customers and works collaboratively with the Licensing team to ensure the Explosive licensing applications are processed effectively and efficiently.About the role:This opportunity would suit an enthusiastic and agile leader with the ability to:Coordinate, manage and support a team of professionals that includes Inspectors, specialists, project officers and support staff.Provide team supervision and operational support in the office and the field to ensure services and decisions align with our strategic plan, regulatory priorities, legislation, policies and procedures, customer service standards, which are consistent,professional and responsive.Offer advice regarding safe work practices and how to comply with relevant work health and safety and explosives laws.Support the community and people of NSW by identifying emerging issues and industry trends and supporting implementation of prevention and response programs of work across both the dangerous goods and explosives sectors.Build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with customers and stakeholders to improve WHS outcomes and maintain safety and security standards for explosives.Provide coaching and mentoring to team members, ensuring internal administrative and organisational requirements are completed.Deliver presentations, workshops, advisory services and forums.Contribute to a positive, inclusive and accountable workplace culture.About youDemonstrated understanding of the dangerous goods & explosives sectorsDemonstrated strong stakeholder engagement skills across all levelsAbility to provide strong leadership and inspire people and directionHigh level oral and written communication skills.Demonstrated ability to deal with complex matters including collaboration with National and State cross agency jurisdictions.To be successfulIn joining SafeWork NSW, you will be rewarded with a great opportunity to apply your experience with your passion for workplace health and safety. You will:Work a 38-hour working week, including some weekends and participate in the After-Hours Emergency Response ServiceReceive an attractive salary package along with the required tools of the trade, including a vehicle with access to private use (currently at a cost of approximately $210 per fortnight)Be able to access flexible working conditions within operational requirementsEssential requirementsAbility to travel, work remotely and out of usual business hoursHold a NSW ‘C’ class drivers' licence with a satisfactory safe driving record and a requirement to maintain the safe driving record throughout employmentSatisfactory criminal record checkSatisfactory medical assessment capacity regarding physical and psychological impacts of the inherent duties of the roleUndertake the 12-month New Inspector Training Program (NITP). This intensive program is delivered by our Registered Training Organisation and combines mandatory components of induction, class training, online learning, completion of set assessments and tasks, and extensive on-the-job field training with regular travel throughout NSW. For more information clickhere .How to ApplyYour application should include:A covering letter (maximum two pages) indicating the role you are applying for and what you would bring to this role, including demonstrated examplesYou should also include an up-to-date resume (of no more than five pages)A copy of your current online driving record from Service NSWA copy of your current demerit points from Service NSWIf you do not provide all the required documentation, your application will not be progressed. Current SafeWork Inspector Employee's are not required to resubmit a copy of their driving record or demerit points as this is a requirement of the roleAny questions about this role?For enquiries relating this recruitment, please contact Tayla Gibbs at inspectorrecruitment@safework.nsw.gov.auA talent pool may be created to fill future ongoing opportunities for a period of up to 18 months.Salary Grade State Team Coordinator, with the base salary for this role starting at $154,925 base plus superannuationClick Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Tayla Gibbs via inspectorrecruitment@safework.nsw.gov.au.Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.Closing Date: 25th June 2025 (9:59AM)Careers at Department of Customer ServiceA career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.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 inspectorrecruitment@safework.nsw.gov.au or 02 9494 8351.For more information, please visitInformation on some of the different types of disabilitiesInformation on adjustments available for the recruitment process
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