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

· Manages the agriculture team's activities including physical, human and financial resources to ensure outcomes identified in the Directorate's Operational Plan.

· Provides professional/technical advice on the team's activities.

· Ensures the provision of quality customer focused and timely safety compliance advice and education implementing WHS strategies to address the needs of the industries covered by the team.

· Ensures the Department meets its statutory obligations in relation to leading and participating in the development of legislation, policy, systems and projects.

· Participates in operational and project planning to implement the Directorate objectives

· Undertake occasional travel, work in remote areas and occasionally work outside normal business hours as required.

· Represents the Department on state and national forums and a range of committees and working groups on WHS agriculture-related issues.

Qualifications & Licenses

A diploma or higher work health and safety qualification or extensive relevant experience

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.