We are seeking a Work Health and Safety (WHS) Officer to assist in the implementation of the Education Directorate's Work Health and Safety Strategic Plans and support continuous improvement of the Safety Management System. You will support safety compliance and provide advice to implement best-practice procedures through a proactive and collaborative approach to WHS.
The position requires a flexible, capable, and willing officer with a keen interest in workplace safety. The WHS Officer will be required to work flexibly across the broader WHS team to support management of emerging work pressures.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
**Eligibility/ Other Requirements**
**Desirable**: Willingness to undertake a Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety with the support of the workplace.
**Notes**:A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
This position is located in Canberra. Relocation Reimbursement, in line with the current Workplace agreement, is available to the successful applicant.
**How to apply**:Please submit a response to the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees.