EOI - Work Health & Safety Temporary roles
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Job Description
Internal Expression of Interest (EOI)
Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 8 June 2025
Group and Team: People and Culture Group People and Culture Operations team
Network: Corporate Services Network
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Temporary for three months
Agreement:Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Two roles are available
About the roles
We are seeking expressions of interest from internal candidates who are interested in temporary roles in the Work Health and Safety team. The role is full-time covering periods of leave or high volume work load assistance. We see this role having the potentialfor ongoing back-filling opportunities when the occasions arise.
POSITION 1 - WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISOR
As Work Health and Safety Advisors at the City of Hobart you will play a critical role in fostering a safe and compliant workplace. This role requires someone who is not only technically skilled in WHS policies investigations and risk management but also capable of working within the structured processes of local government. Youll need to be adaptable solution-focused and confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels to champion a positive safety culture.
Role accountabilities include but are not limited to:
- Establish and monitor WHS goals.
- Create and maintain WHS policies.
- Investigate incidents and ensure documentation.
- Attend WHS meetings and provide advice.
- Prepare WHS reports and handle projects.
- Communicate with stakeholders on WHS issues.
- Be available for WHS support and advice.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Work Health and Safety Advisor Position Description
POSITION 2 - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY (5607)
This role contributes to the success of the City by providing effective and timely administrative and clerical services and support for the efficient operation of the Unit.
Role accountabilities include supporting the work being undertaken by the Principal WHS the Senior Advisor WHS and the WHS Advisors with administrative and other related support including:
- The oversight of all incoming accident and incident reports entering them into the WHS Management system and maintaining oversight of the close-out of non-conformances.
- Prepare and distribute monthly WHS performance reports (the WHS dashboard) and incident reports for Corporate and Divisions together with other ad-hoc reports as required.
- Maintain all documents relevant to emergency response including evacuation plans checklists warden duties and list of wardens and schedule emergency evacuation drills for Council workplaces.
- Maintain oversight of the First Aid system the first aiders and the restocking of supplies.
- Maintain oversight of the Hive and the preparation of any Safety Alerts or other news worthy issues that should be communicated to stakeholders over time.
- Engage with any other project that arises within the team that requires administrative attention support or related work.
Learn more about the role in the position description:Senior Administrative Officer WHS Position Description
About you
The desired applicant will have the following qualifications and experience
Experience in the maintenance of WHS records and information
Demonstrated ability to confidently use Microsoft Office products and WHS-specific databases.
If you are interested in a career in WHS; this may be your opportunity to get some insight and experience in the profession.
Not sure if this opportunity is right for you Give us a call we would love to talk it through with you.
How to apply
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Kevin Midson (Manager Workplace Relations) on 0or email.
All applications must be made in the online portal and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application please email details of the issue to . Please note that we do not accept applications after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application please contact us prior to the closing time.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud do not upload or email personal documents such as Drivers licences passports or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- You will be required to declare you hold the required documentation/licenceand
- If you are the successful candidate in the process you will be required to have the originals sighted by People and Culture before commencing in the new role.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
Employment Type
Full-Time
