
Senior Health and Safety Advisor
Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA
Posted 6 days ago
This position is a fixed term full-time opportunity commencing immediately until 30 November 2026 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, experienced and proactive work health and safety professional who has previous relevant experience providing a high-level health and safety advisory service across a diverse and complex workforce operational organisation.
The Senior Health and Safety Advisor is responsible for developing and implementing work health and safety initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures in accordance with relevant policies and legislation.
The role also involves leading and participating in safety incident investigations, identifying opportunities to improve organisational safety, and promoting a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
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If you have any further questions, please contact Ash Endersbee, Manager Health and Safety at [email protected] or on 0455 479 086
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Please do not send your application to Ash Endersbee or seek their assistance with lodging your application.
Eligibility To Apply
You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.
Closing Date: 4:00pm AWST 31 October 2025
About Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA
As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role in coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property.
DFES employs over 1,800 operational personnel and corporate staff. DFES also has an extensive network of more than 26,000 volunteers who generously donate their time to deliver essential emergency services to the WA community.
DFES operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year and collaborates with local communities and other government agencies to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural hazards including:
Fire
Cyclone
Storm
Flood
Tsunami
Earthquake
Hazmat Incidents
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