Join to apply for the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Adviser role at Ballina Shire Council1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Adviser role at Ballina Shire CouncilGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.Ballina Shire Council is strongly committed to increasing diversity across the organisation. We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their gender, race religion, sexual orientation or disability status.ABOUT USChange your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.Ballina Shire Council is strongly committed to increasing diversity across the organisation. We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their gender, race religion, sexual orientation or disability status.ABOUT THE ROLEPositionWe are looking for an enthusiastic and appropriately experienced individual to support a small team to drive Council's safety culture. Reporting to Council’s Coordinator Work Health and Safety, this position will provide professional advice and assistance to ensure that the organisation understands its legislative responsibilities with regard to workplace health and safety. Key focus areas of the position are to review contractor WHS Management Systems for compliance and support Council’s injury management functions.To be successful you will bringBehaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.Relevant qualifications in Work Health and Safety together with demonstrated experience in supporting an organisation to meet legislative requirements and building and maintaining a strong safety culture.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development and implementation in WHS policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.Demonstrated well developed communication skills.The rewardsAn annual salary range of $84,300 to $96,700 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent on skills, experience and qualifications.A rostered day off working arrangement (19 day month or 9 day fortnight).Fitness Passport membership options.An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.Learning and career development opportunities.Generous Award workplace conditions.Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.Applications close11.30pm on Sunday 22 June 2025Specific enquiriesGraeme Vaughan | Coordinator WHS | 02 6686 1498HowtoapplyPlease Note: Once you start your online application, you are able to save and return to it later. This 'unsubmitted' application will be visible to Council. You must use your email address, and not one used previously by another person who has applied for a position with Council.Have your Resume document ready to go.Fill out all questions below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable).Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click "Confirm" to submit your application.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ballina Shire Council by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Health And Safety Advisor” roles.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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