Role- Advisor, Wellbeing and Safety

• Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8
• Salary Range: $113,574 - $125,720 plus super plus leave loading and superannuation
• Duration: Ongoing/Permanent
• Location: Sydney/Parramatta/Gosford-Flexible
• Applications Close: Monday 20 October 2025 (9:59AM)

About SafeWork NSW

SafeWork NSW is the state's workplace health and safety regulator. Our focus is to protect NSW workers by preventing and reducing work related fatalities, serious injuries, and illnesses by securing compliance with work health and safety and associated legislation.

SafeWork NSW is undergoing an exciting and important period of transformation as we establish the organisation as a modern, strong and standalone Work Health and Safety Regulator.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established and growing team within People and Corporate Services, focused on building a collaborative culture that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all staff. In the Advisor, Safety & Wellbeing role, you'll deliver high-quality professional advice and guidance across a broad range of physical and psychological work health and safety (WHS) services. This role contributes to the development and improvement of WHS policies, procedures, and practices, helping to shape a safe, compliant, and supportive workplace. As part of a team driving strategic uplift and expansion, the roles work will directly support key organisational priorities in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert advice and support to managers and employees on managing physical and psychosocial WHS risks.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support risk mitigation and strategic wellbeing initiatives.
• Responding to and assist in investigating WHS hazards and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of action plans.
• Engaging with managers, workers, and consultative groups to drive WHS initiatives and promote legislative compliance.
• Review and updating WHS policies, procedures, and communications to improve system effectiveness.
• Sharing relevant legislative updates and industry innovations to enhance the organisation's WHS framework.
• Supporting proactive risk management strategies, including training needs analysis and reporting mechanisms.
• Maintaining accurate records and contribute to the broader responsibilities of the Wellbeing and Safety team.
• Coordinating communication systems and ensure confidentiality in all WHS related documentation and processes.

About You:

We are looking for a:

• Trusted advisor with strong knowledge of WHS legislation and best practices.
• Confident managing both physical and psychosocial safety risks in a complex environment.
• Skilled in incident response and investigation, with a focus on timely and effective resolution.
• Strong communicator who builds relationships with diverse stakeholders to drive safety outcomes.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing practical solutions.
• Across industry trends and legislative changes, sharing insights to strengthen WHS systems.
• Organised and detail-oriented, with a commitment to maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing competing priorities with professionalism and care.
• Resilient and empathetic, able to support others through sensitive or challenging situations.
• Passionate about contributing to a safe, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace.

If you are an experienced professional with these attributes, we want to hear from you!

For more information on the role and its accountabilities, click here to view the role description.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter of no more 2 pages, addressing the following:

• how you demonstrate the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description.
• a short paragraph on why you believe you are the right person for the role.

For enquiries relating to the recruitment process, please contact Sharlene Fouzder via [email protected]

A talent pool may be created to fill future ongoing opportunities for a period of up to 18 months.

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Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace

The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.

You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.

We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact Sharlene Fouzder via [email protected]

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