Work Health & Safety Advisor

Mater is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join our Human Resources team in Townsville. This is a pivotal role supporting the health and safety of our people across Mater. If youre passionate about workplace safety continuous improvement and supporting leaders to create safe thriving environments wed love to hear from you.

Starting Salary: $93103 per annum plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!

What youll be doing

In this role youll provide expert safety advice support incident and injury management and contribute to the ongoing improvement of Maters health and safety systems. Youll work closely with leaders Health & Safety Representatives and the broader WHS team to ensure compliance reduce risk and maintain safe and healthy workplaces for all.

• Provide daytoday WHS support coaching and guidance to managers and employees
• Support the facilitation of risk assessments audits inspections and incident investigations
• Develop WHS procedures documents and reports
• Contribute to safety initiatives wellbeing programs and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

About you

• Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
• 2 years experience in a similar WHS role
• Healthcare experience highly desirable
• Knowledge of WHS legislation investigations and risk management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Advanced MS Office skills and experience with incident/injury management systems

Why join us

Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.

Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close Sunday 3rd May 2026 please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete preemployment checks (including criminal history working rights medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe supportive flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.