Workplace Health and Safety Officer

About Maranoa Regional CouncilMaranoa Regional Council is an inclusive, proud and connected community, attracting and embracing opportunity to forge a strong future for generations to come. We support our individual communities to grow while building one strong connected region that partners with people, business and industry to thrive. PurposeThe Workplace Health & Safety Officer will: Support Maranoa Regional Council's commitment to promote a culture and work environment that strives to achieve 'safety of our teams and community' through continuous improvement.

Contribute to the development and implementation and review of safety initiatives that ensures a healthy, safe and sustainable work environment for all Council employees. The role works under the strategic leadership of the Manager - HSEQ. Key ResponsibilitiesIncident ManagementHazard and Compliance InspectionsHSEQ team participationHSE compliance, development and certification maintenanceInternal auditingCommunication, risk management and trainingCustomer serviceSee Attached Position Description For Further Responsibilities. Mandatory and Highly Desirable Qualifications and Licences: RequirementsTo be successful you will need to demonstrate that you have (or have the ability to meet within twelve months of appointment) the below mandatory requirements for the role:

Current C (Car) Class Driver LicenseCertificate IV (or higher qualification) in Work Health and SafetyGeneral Construction Induction (White Card). Safety incident investigation skills, experience or qualifications. Required Skills And ExperienceComprehensive skills, knowledge and experience of workplace health and safety functions and practices including ISO certified management systems. Excellent written skills with a strong attention to detail and ability to prepare reports and interpret and apply relevant legislation. Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to provide support and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

High level of self-discipline and motivation with the ability to contribute to the development of work practices and procedures and establish outcomes in accordance with organisational priorities. Ability to work productively within a team environment and autonomously. Demonstrated ability to follow direction and accurately complete tasks within allocated timeframes. Commitment and ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to Maranoa Regional Council's values and team goals. Previous experience working in local government or similar environment is highly regarded, but not essential. Position DetailsLocation: Roma, QldFull-Time, Permanent Position - 36.

25hours per weekMaranoa Regional Council Certified Agreement 2023 - Stream A- Level 5Why it is worth working at Maranoa Regional Council?Work a 9-day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off. Access Long service leave after seven (7) yearsFive weeks of annual leave annuallyTen weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 20 weeks (half pay) paid parental leaveThree weeks personal leave annuallySalary sacrifice facilities (rural remote rent assistance, novated leasing, additional super contributions)Employee Assistance Program - free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.

Benefits In Working Local With Maranoa Regional CouncilWhy take a Safety job where you need to be away from home when you can work for Council and be home every night?Why do a Safety job where you are doing the same thing every day when you can work for Council and inspect 38 different functions of Council?Why work a Safety job where you need to address the same issues with different people all the time when you can work consistently with Council teams and develop their skills?Why take a Safety job where it is challenging to see your results in action when you can follow through improvements with your own Council team field support plan?Make a difference in your community right here in the Maranoa by applying for this WHS Officer job with your local Council.

Work local, Be localDiscover The Maranoa RegionExplore Roma Qld Where Country Meets the Outback (romarevealed. com. au)How To ApplyCovering letter stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to Maranoa Regional Council. Current resume (CV). Additional InformationMRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

The preferred candidate must have the legal right to work in Australia, and will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position. For More InformationWebsite: www. maranoa. qld. gov. auTelephone: 1300 007 662Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace.