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Our wonderful Coordinator WHS is leaving (early July) and we are looking to recruit an equally talented and passionate person to continue her good work.

About the role: As the Coordinator WHS you will champion safety in a hands-on, operational capacity and tactically, through delivery of the Shire’s Safety Management Plan. You will provide specialist advice to employees, managers, safety representatives and committees, playing a key role in designing and implementing WHS programs, policies, practices and procedures that drive a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with legislative and statutory requirements.

What you’ll be doing: this diverse role has its challenges, but opportunities too! Broadly you will;

· Lead WHS planning, programs, review safety systems, and ensure compliance.

· Advise, coach, educate and train our people to ensure our operational goals are met safely.

· Build strong relationships with leaders to improve safety standards.

· Monitor safety performance, conduct audits, and follow up on improvements.

· Provide WHS support after incidents, undertake incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are completed.

What we are looking for:

· Passion for work health and safety.

· Ability to communicate and influence with impact to engage with staff.

· Confidence in managing relationships and working with diverse teams.

· Proficiency in the use of systems and Excel for reporting and data analysis.

What we offer: This position is classified as Level 8 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017 and comes with the following remuneration and benefits;

· Base salary of $84,888 p/a

· Housing if available OR Housing Allowance of $15,600

· Location allowance of $1,955

· up to 21.5% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you)

· Regular RDOs and 5-weeks of annual leave

· Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service, uniform allowance and personal protection equipment, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services.

Are you Interested but not sure you meet all the requirements of the role? Contact Robin Austen, Executive Manager Organisational Development on 0407080903 for a confidential discussion.

How to apply

To access a full job description and application form, please visit the Shire of Exmouth website at www.exmouth.wa.gov.au/council/about-us/employment.aspx. Submissions are to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and suitability for this position. Applications in Word or PDF format are to be received no later than 4.00pm, Tues, 27 May 2025 to [email protected].

Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.