• Join a team shaping a strong safety culture at a world-class university.
• Make a real impact through expert advice in chemical and radiation safety.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for fourteen months (20/10/2025 - 15/02/2027).
• Base salary range: $95,231– $100,643p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The safety, health, and wellbeing of our staff, students and partners is fundamental to UWA’s pursuit of excellence in education and research.

The Safety unit is responsible for all aspects of health and safety for staff, students and other users of the University’s campuses and properties in the context of the Western Australia Work Health and Safety Act 2020. This unit leads the University’s strategic intent to achieve and effectively maintain a safe and healthy working environment for all, and culture that considers safety and health risk as part of all operational planning and delivery activities.

About the opportunity

• Provide scientific and technical services related to chemical and radiation safety, ensuring legislative compliance and best practices.
• Support development and review of procedures, offer practical advice, assist with training, inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Use experience and judgement to advise on health and safety matters, working closely with the Technical Advisor – Chemical Safety and Senior Physicist.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification in physical or natural sciences (physics, chemistry, occupational hygiene, pharmacology, etc) or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Experience, knowledge, and commitment to chemical, and/or laboratory safety practices with a willingness to expand your skillset into radiation safety management.
• Knowledge, interpretation and application of relevant work health and safety State and Commonwealth legislation and best practices from a university or similar perspective.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to use a range of media and strategies to communicate WHS information and knowledge effectively.
• Highly developed time management skills and demonstrated ability to implement change in a dynamic environment.

Note: The successful candidate will have or be willing to obtain accreditation for radiation and laser use, a Dangerous Goods Security Card, and a “C” class driver’s licence, and must be able to travel occasionally, work after hours, and provide a current National Police Clearance.

Position description: PD - Technical Safety Officer 521212.docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Mepham at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 14 September 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.