WHSMS Officer

INSPIRED
BY LIFESTYLE.
DRIVEN
BY OPPORTUNITY.
Vacancy Number
ER1713
Position Title
Work Health and Safety Managment System Officer
Employment Status
Full time, Fixed term 16 June 2025 to 15 May 2026.
Department
Strategy, People and Performance
Location
Bundall Precinct
Award Classification
Stream A, level 6
Salary
$+7,707 - $103,+81 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours
36.00
About your new role

The WHS Management System Officer is a role within the City’s Work Health and Safety Branch responsible for proactively promoting a culture of health and safety through the continued development, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the Work Health and Safety Management System.

Responsibilities include:
Identify changes to relevant legislative and regulatory requirements, assess their impacts upon Council operations and take appropriate action.
Coordinate the document control, records management and consultation processes associated with the corporate WHSMS and the CSMS
Contribute to the development of Policies and Objectives and Targets.
Contribute to the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of WHS procedures, processes and tools that are compliant with legislative requirements and the National Self-insurance Audit Tool.
Administer the electronic publication of organisational WHS documentation.
Maintain the WHSMS intranet site ensuring that information is current and accessible to internal stakeholders.
We're looking for people who have:


Diploma of Work Health and Safety or Equivalent Knowledge
A strong understanding, working knowledge and demonstrable application of the WHS Act and Regulation, WHS codes of practices, standards and the national self-insurer audit tool.
Demonstrated thorough knowledge and substantial experience in developing, reviewing, evaluating and continuously improving WHS management systems (preferably in a self-insured organisation).
Demonstrated effective analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research issues, interpret and analyse information, determine any appropriate course of action and provide sound advice, options or recommendations.
Well developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proactively consult and communicate with a range of employees.
The ability to identify, learn and use various technologies including computer systems, programs and packages that are designed to increase organisational efficiency and effectiveness
Current open driver’s licence –class C unrestricted
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

+-day fortnight
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by

Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person
Sarah Raoult
Contact Number
0422 070 122
Closing Date
Sunday 4th May 2025
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environmentwhere all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply. Read more