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Senior WHS Officer

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 138290

 

Location

ACT; SA 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Amanda Johnson - AMANDA.JOHNSON@HOMEAFFAIRS.GOV.AU  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 02/07/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer | People | Health Safety & Wellbeing | Workplace Health and Safety

 

The Workplace Health and Safety Section works to build and manage a culture of safety across the organisation. This includes embedding a WHS risk management framework, policies, procedures, tools and practices, monitoring the safety of workers and delivering initiatives to educate and raise awareness and ensure a continuous improvement program by having safety at our core.

The section also undertakes regulatory functions required under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth), Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 (Cth) and provides secretariat support for the Department's Health and Safety Committees.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to build strong working relationships with staff with key stakeholders.
  • Sound judgement and a high degree of initiative.
  • Sound analytical, data management and legal compliance capabilities

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Lead and coordinate administration of National Health and Safety Representative Network (HSR) for Department and Australian Border Force (ABF)
  • Lead provision of WHS subject matter support on complex enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation, departmental policies and procedures
  • Supervise and lead WHS advisors within HSR Coordination team 
  • Provide legislation, policy interpretation and guidance on workforce safety and wellbeing
  • Foster working relationships with a variety of stakeholders to achieve work area goals.

 

Additional information

 

  • Applicants should have an understanding of the Work, Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 (Cth)
  • Be willing to undertake a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety to gain formal qualifications

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 02/07/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
  • Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 138290 in the document footer.

 

​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

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Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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