APS 6 Senior Policy Officer
Safe Work Australia
Posted 2 days ago
At Safe Work Australia (the Agency), you’ll work on nationally significant projects that shape work health and safety (WHS) policy and practice.
We have Senior Policy Officer roles available across a number of dynamic teams in the Agency’s Policy and Consultation Group, with interesting and dynamic work.
The Policy and Consultation Group is responsible for:
- coordinating and developing national policies in relation to WHS and workers' compensation matters
- supporting implementation of the model WHS legislation and reform of the legislative framework
- providing policy advice on the model WHS laws in relation to high-risk workplaces, psychosocial hazards, hazardous chemicals and occupational diseases, including infectious diseases, silicosis and asbestosis, and
- supporting policy consultation and engagement activities.
As part of a small, collaborative agency, you’ll gain exposure across the organisation and develop valuable skills in policy, communication, and project management.
We’re seeking skilled, motivated professionals from a range of disciplines and backgrounds who:
- work well in a team and communicate effectively
- write clearly and persuasively
- think critically and solve problems
- deliver accurate, timely advice
- are eager to learn and grow
- Senior Policy Officer (APS 6)
In this role you will:
- Drive national WHS policy development and reform, including more complex projects
- Undertake complex research and analysis to inform evidence-based policy and provide strategic advice
- Prepare high-quality policy documents, including options papers, briefs, reports and guidance materials
- Lead project management planning, monitoring, and delivery
- Drive stakeholder engagement and consultation activities, including anticipating stakeholder needs
- Represent the Agency in stakeholder forums where required
- Work collaboratively within the team and contribute to a supportive and inclusive workplace, including building relationships
- Contribute to innovation and business process improvement
- Supervise and mentor junior staff
About Safe Work Australia
About Safe Work Australia
Safe Work Australia is a tripartite body with the following members:
an independent chair
members representing the Commonwealth and each state and territory
members representing the interests of workers
members representing the interests of employers, and
the Chief Executive Officer.
Further information about Safe Work Australia Members can be found under Our Members.
Safe Work Australia was established by the Safe Work Australia Act 2008 with primary responsibility to lead the development of policy to improve work health and safety and workers’ compensation arrangements across Australia. It performs its functions in accordance with Corporate plan and Operational plan agreed annually by the Select Council on Workplace Relations.
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