Job Description:
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The Occupational Health Specialist will play a pivotal role in advancing RSHQ's Strategic Objectives to become an exemplar expert regulator. This position is crucial in promoting improved safety and health outcomes within the resources sector.
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This specialist will be responsible for delivering against a range of occupational health objectives, including the control of psychosocial hazards such as sexual harassment. Key responsibilities include leading compliance initiatives, providing high-quality investigation services, and offering technical advice and assistance in the regulation of the state's resources industries.
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Required Skills and Qualifications:
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To be successful in this role, applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:
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- Tertiary qualifications in psychology, organisational psychology, or mental health and wellbeing
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- Experience in managing workplace psychosocial hazards or psychological injuries
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- Qualifications, training, or experience in occupational health and safety, social work, counselling, or workers' compensation
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Applicants may be required to complete a Government-sponsored training course, such as the Certificate IV (Investigations), within 12 months of commencement. Recognition of prior learning or prior competencies may be considered.
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Key Accountabilities:
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This role involves designing, planning, and executing regulatory compliance programs for health-related obligations using a data-driven, risk-based approach. The specialist will implement various regulatory tools to promote compliance, undertake enforcement action where necessary, and contribute to the development and implementation of regulatory compliance policies and procedures.
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Benefits:
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This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on improving safety and health outcomes within the resources sector. The successful candidate will have the chance to develop their skills and expertise in occupational health and participate in shaping the future of RSHQ's regulatory framework.
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Others:
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This role requires travel throughout Queensland, outside of normal office hours and/or overnight accommodation. The specialist will be expected to exercise the functions of an authorised officer and special inspector under Queensland's relevant resources safety and health legislation.