Senior Work Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Sydney, NSW | Work Type: Hybrid (flexible) Contract: ASAP Start - 6-month contract | Rate: $47.54 – $58.59 per hour

About the Role

We are working with a government organisation who seeking an experienced Senior WHS Advisor to join their People & Culture team!

You'll be a key member of a small WHS team, keeping the program running at pace during a period of transition. The organisation works across a broader regional council network, offering exposure to a wide range of stakeholders and environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a Safety-First culture across all levels of the organisation
• Lead incident investigations from cause through to outcome
• Develop, implement and review WHS policies, procedures, SWMS and management systems
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments
• Deliver WHS induction, refresher training and toolbox talks
• Monitor the incident/injury/hazard reporting system and take appropriate action
• Manage hazardous substance registers across multiple worksites
• Provide advice on WHS legislation, workers compensation and rehabilitation
• Support workers compensation, injury management and return to work coordination
• Participate in WHS committee meetings

Ideal Candidate

• Solid WHS experience, public or private sector both considered
• Strong knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, workers compensation and injury management
• Experience leading investigations, audits and WHS program development
• Confident managing a WHS management system end-to-end
• A natural communicator who can engage and influence at all levels
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes independently

Desirable: Return to Work Coordinator experience | Cert IV Training & Assessment | Local government or large multi-site exposure