Safety Advisor

Our aspiration is driven by an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of services we provide to our diverse and spirited community. Since the 2022 flood events, the Council has continued to showcase our collective strength in partnership with the community to lead the recovery efforts. Our journey has taken us far; today, Lismore is starting to thrive again. It’s time for people who live, work and play in the region to enjoy and celebrate all the things we love about Lismore, to Back Lismore. We are inspired by our community and motivated to continue our mission 

Our Flood Restoration Portfolio (FRP) is the principal delivery agency for restoring the Councils’ and Community assets. Over the coming months, the team will grow exponentially, offering exciting opportunities for personal and professional development as we deliver many rebuild and transformation projects for our community.

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary?

With a focus on driving a strong safety culture, the Safety Advisors will play a key role in supporting our on-site functions while providing accurate and timely advice to Stakeholders, the community, and management.  

What we can offer you

•  Join a leading regional employer – Lismore City Council. 

• Career enhancing/changing opportunity to be involved in the largest reconstruction project in local government history. 

• Work with a supportive manager in a collaborative team.  

• Assisting in maintaining and monitoring all WHS Statutory requirements for the portfolio and sites, including the statutory reporting requirements.

• Provides advice, training, consultation, monitoring, and governance to support stakeholders and ensure all relevant WH&S legislation, Council policies, and procedures are implemented and effective.

• Provide critical legislative and organisation updates as required.

• Promote the development of a strong safety, health, environment, and quality culture to support a safe and caring working environment.

• Actively train and coach operational and project teams.

• Monitoring and conducting regular HSE governance checks.

• Delivery Toolbox and inductions.

• Actively review and maintain procedures and processes to deliver continuous improvement.

• Manage various matters in an environment of conflicting priorities, including complementing safety audits.

What you'll need to be successful

• Minimum certificate 4 in OH&S management; ideally, a Diploma-level qualification in a relevant safety discipline.

• TAE40122 - Certificate in Training and Assessment.

• Strong experience in a similar site-based construction and Local Government role.

• Strong Safety Commitment - Be proactive and aware of your own safety and that of others.

• Robust understanding of the WHS Act and Regulations and Safe Work NSW.

Please review the position description and use your resume and application responses in the application form below to demonstrate your ability to fulfill the position's responsibilities

Additional details

• Attractive remuneration for the right candidate.

• This position is a full-time (70 Hrs per fortnight), term-based appointment until 31 December 2026.  

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Program. 

• Flexible work options within operational requirements.

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.

• A series of pre-employment evaluations may include, but are not limited to, health assessments, validation of qualifications and licenses, criminal history verification, psychometric assessments, and reference checks before employment.

This recruitment exercise may be used for future vacancies, and within six months, a merit list for future opportunities may be established.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process to support disabled applicants. If you would like to discuss adjustments, don't hesitate to get in touch with the People and Culture team on 02 6625 0500 or email people@lismore.nsw.gov.au