Shape your future, your way – with Moree Plains Shire Council.

Looking for more than just a job? At Moree Plains Shire Council, you’ll step into a role where your work matters – to your team, your community, and your career. We’re a forward-thinking Council with a bold vision for growth, innovation and liveability. Join us and enjoy a dynamic work environment, genuine work-life balance, and the chance to make a real impact where it counts.

Whether you’re driven by career development, community connection or a tree-change lifestyle with real opportunity – this is where it all comes together.

• Permanent Full-Time Career Opportunity – 35 hours per week
• Attractive salary ranging from $1,493.80 - $1,717.70 per week!
• 12% Superannuation Contribution.
• Location - Moree

WHY CHOOSE COUNCIL?

• Job Security & Stability – Local government roles offer long-term employment prospects backed by a stable funding base and clear governance structures.
• Award-Based Pay & Benefits – Competitive salaries under the NSW Local Government (State) Award and generous leave entitlements (including annual, personal, parental, and long service leave).
• Great Work-Life Balance – Rostered Day Off Every 3 Weeks - An extra 17 days off a year.
• Professional Development & Career Pathways – Funded training, study assistance, and clear progression opportunities across diverse roles and departments within Council.
• Community Impact – The chance to directly contribute to the liveability, growth, and sustainability of the Moree Plains region, with work that makes a tangible difference to residents.
• Inclusive & Supportive Workplace Culture – A collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, and employee wellbeing.
• Regional Lifestyle Benefits – Enjoy the affordability, community spirit, and relaxed pace of regional NSW living, with less congestion and more connection.
  

At Moree Plains Shire Council, safety isn’t just a compliance measure; it’s a shared value embedded in how we work, lead, and support one another. We’re seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Safety Advisor to join our People and Culture Division and help embed best-practice Work Health and Safety (WHS) across our diverse operations.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the WHS Business Partner, you’ll play a pivotal role in promoting a safe, healthy and compliant workplace culture. This position is ideal for an experienced WHS professional who thrives on being out in the field, partnering with teams, and influencing safe work behaviours.

Your remit will span across:

Conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments

Supporting the development and continuous improvement of WHS systems and procedures

Managing Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Job Demand Analyses (JDA), and contributing to the Training Matrix and Training Needs Assessments

Delivering toolbox talks, inductions and WHS training sessions across the organisation

Supporting employee health and wellbeing initiatives and coordinating statutory testing and EAP programs

You’ll be a trusted advisor and visible presence across Council, partnering with operational leaders to drive continuous improvement in safety culture, compliance and wellbeing.

For more information, please download the position description --> CLICK HERE.
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About You

You’re an assertive yet approachable safety professional who brings both technical knowledge and people skills to the table. You take pride in being proactive, solutions-focused, and able to translate legislation into practical, operationally relevant actions. You’ll be confident engaging with staff across all levels, from field crews to senior managers, to influence safe practices and drive accountability.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

A Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or higher), paired with relevant industry experience

Demonstrated experience conducting WHS investigations, audits and safety observations

Strong understanding of the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, WHS Regulation 2025, and associated SafeWork NSW guidelines

Highly developed communication and computer literacy skills, with the ability to prepare professional documentation and reports

A current White Card and Class C Driver’s Licence

Desirable qualifications such as Drug and Alcohol Collector training, First Aid certification, or Local Government experience will be highly regarded.

If you’re passionate about helping people go home safe every day and want to make a tangible impact across a forward-thinking regional Council, we want to hear from you --> Apply now!