Overview
Salary Information: Clerk Grade 7/8. Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). Reference number 548534. Occupation: Safety, Human Resources and Recruitment. Work type: Full-Time. Location: Newcastle, Hunter & Region, Statewide, Bathurst & Central West NSW, Sydney - West. Closing date: 21 April 2026 at 11:55pm.
Role: Safety Systems and Reporting Officer — to support the effective management of work health and safety systems, data and reporting across the department.
About The Role
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with WHS systems and data, building meaningful reports and dashboards, and translating complex information into clear insights that support better decision‐making. You will manage and maintain the Department's Safety Management System (SMS) and associated WHS reporting frameworks. You'll work with multiple data sources to ensure information is accurate, consistent and fit for purpose, and develop both standard and ad‐hoc reports to support managers and stakeholders. You'll also analyse WHS data to identify trends, emerging risks and improvement opportunities, and provide practical advice to support WHS initiatives and projects across DCCEEW.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing and maintaining the Department's Safety Management System, policies, procedures and tools
* Ensuring WHS data integrity across multiple systems through validation, cleansing and governance
* Developing and improving standard and ad‐hoc WHS reports and dashboards (Power BI, Excel)
* Analysing WHS data to identify trends, risks, gaps and improvement opportunities
* Providing clear, practical reporting and advice to support WHS projects and initiatives
* Translating technical safety data into insights that stakeholders can easily understand and act on
About You
You'll bring a blend of WHS knowledge, data smarts and strong communication skills, with experience such as:
* Qualifications in Work Health and Safety, data analytics, information management or equivalent experience
* Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, standards and safety management systems
* Strong experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI and advanced Excel
* A sharp eye for data quality, integrity and continuous improvement
* The ability to explain complex information clearly to diverse audiences
Just as important, you'll be someone who works with integrity, collaborates well, thinks critically and enjoys improving systems that support safer workplaces.
Ready to make safety data matter?
Apply now and be part of a department making a difference for NSW — today and for future generations. For more information read the full Role Description and visit the contact details if provided.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment. The information on diversity and inclusion below is part of our commitment to an inclusive workplace.
How to Apply
If excited by the information above, please submit your application with your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment.
Applications close Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11:55 PM. For further information about the role, contact Jo Zoricich, Safety Systems and Reporting Manager, at jo.zoricich@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that represents and serves NSW's diverse communities. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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