Assistant State Inspector – SafeWork NSW Multiple roles Grade : Assistant State Inspector Salary range: Starting from $142,691 per annum superannuation Location : Multiple opportunities are available including for workplace locations in Parramatta, and our regional office locations with hybrid work arrangements considered Work type : Permanent ongoing full-time Applications Close: Monday 24 November 2025 (9:59AM) Make a real difference in Workplace Safety Are you passionate about improving work, health and safety and return to work outcomes for NSW workers? Join Australia’s largest safety regulator helping to secure the safety of NSW workers and communities. SafeWork NSW is growing its inspectorate as part of a $127.7 million NSW government investment to uplift capability and capacity across the state to protect NSW workers’ health and safety. SafeWork NSW is se eking exp erienced and motivated professionals to join SafeWork NSW as an Assistant State Inspector. About the role: We have multiple roles available in the following areas: Psychosocial Return to Work Investigations As a Ps y chosocial focused Assistant State Inspector, you will play a critical role in improving psychological health and safety across NSW workplaces. You’ll lead inspections, investigations, and interventions focused on psychosocial risk management, including issues such as workplace stress, bullying, and harassment. As a R eturn to Work focused Assistant State Inspector, you will focus on improving outcomes for injured workers by ensuring workplaces meet their rehabilitation and recovery obligations. Your work will involve inspections, education, and compliance activities aimed at supporting safe and sustainable return to work practices. In the Investigations team, your responsibilities as an Assistant State Inspector include conducting complex investigations, gathering evidence, and applying transparent decision-making to enforce compliance. This role requires strong analytical skills and resilience, as you’ll respond to critical incidents, undertake investigation of matters through to escalate compliance and enforcement outcomes and work collaboratively with other regulators to improve safety outcomes. Find out more about the specific focus areas here: Psychosocial Return to Work Investigations Please see attached Role Description for more information. How to apply: Submit your CV (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages). In your cover letter please share why you are interested in this role, what skills and experience you can bring. Please note: these roles will be across NSW however, assessment centres will be run in person in Parramatta throughout December. For any enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please contact BecomeAnInspector@safework.nsw.gov.au A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities. SafeWork Consent Award Assistant State Inspector, with the base salary for this role starting at 142691 base plus superannuation Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Hannah Harget via BecomeAnInspector@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: Monday 24 November 2025 (9:59AM) Careers at Department of Customer Service A 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 BecomeAnInspector@safework.nsw.gov.au or 02 9494 8351. For more information, please visit Information on some of the different types of disabilities Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process