The Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:

· Contribute - give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.

· Develop - grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.

· Thrive - find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.

Here at LGIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected.

The Role

· Administers the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act 2020 and Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022.

· Leads the implementation and engagement of safety reform, continuous improvement and change management approaches.

· Undertakes inspections and reports on working places and practices related to psychosocial harm hazard, including technically complex accidents and incidents.

· Contributes to the development of strategies, processes and policies to effectively promote positive mental health and wellbeing within industry.

· Ensures compliance with and assists in developing governance reporting standards and protocols and risk management requirements for mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.

· Monitors and reports on the management of psychosocial harm in the workplace in accordance with strategic, operational and legislative requirements..

Qualifications & Licenses

· A Bachelor degree or higher qualification relevant to psychology.

· Qualifications in occupational health and safety would be advantageous.

Benefits working for LGIRS

· Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)

· Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)

· 20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)

· 17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave

· 15 days personal leave per year

· 13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)

· 18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)

· 3 public holidays in lieu per year

· 5 days reproductive leave per year

· 10 days disability leave per year

· 5 days bereavement leave

· 5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year

· Ability to purchase additional annual leave

· Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring

· Formal training options

· Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions

Interested? Click on “Apply” now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.