The Role

The APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer role is critical in assisting SEG to meet its work health and safety obligations.

As the APS 5 Work Health and Safety Officer you will:

• Provide advice on various safety topics across multiple geographical areas referencing the relevant Defence policies.
• Engage with base management teams, product directorates and contractors to influence active and appropriate management of WHS risks and incidents.
• Undertake research and analysis, conduct review, assessments and investigations to improve health and safety outcomes across SEG.
• Contribute to Base WHS Committees and Base WHS management planning and be required to provide input into broader SEG policy and papers as requested.

About our Team

Our team supports a large and diverse group of stakeholders including various contractors, across all Defence sites to influence positive safety outcomes. We are a small effective team with a passion for safety.

The activities undertaken by the team are many and varied and include:

• Engaging with SEG stakeholders on local and national safety topics and issues.
• Working with SEG’s contractors to ensure effective management of WHS.
• Providing analysis and reporting to the Senior Leadership Group on WHS responsibilities, performance and trends.
• Managing SEG's interactions with the Commonwealth WHS Regulator (Comcare).
• Working with other Defence Groups and Services to ensure a coordinated approach to safety across Defence.
• Representing SEG in Defence WHS and in the development of Defence WHS policies.
• Leading and coordinating a national network of WHS subject matter experts.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and adaptable person who has:

• The ability and drive to develop and implement practical WHS solutions based on legislation, policy and procedures and required outcomes.
• The ability to provide accurate and timely advice in relation to WHS matters.
• Excellent attention to detail and is self-motivated to achieve safety results and meet deadlines.
• The ability to undertake complex work tasks under limited direction.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication.

Application Closing Date: Monday 20 October 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference SEG/06553/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=9495969A-2837-DA91-B68A-E437FB9BF586