Safety, Training & Environment Officer
Be part of our friendly and highly regarded Integrated Risk Management team!
Summary about this job
Occupational Health & Safety
Company: Singleton Council
Location: Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter
Work type: Contract/Temp
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Phone: +61-3-3318-2704
Fax: +61-2-9598-6465
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Detail information about job Safety, Training & Environment Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Be part of our friendly and highly regarded Integrated Risk Management team!
About us
At Singleton Council we are proud of the work we do to make our community better and are always looking for new opportunities to improve the services we deliver. That’s why we are continually evolving – reshaping our approach, our teams, our processes and our systems.
We know we have the potential to be the best at what we do and we also accept that change can take time. So our best people combine a drive to challenge and move us forward, with the resilience and diplomacy to achieve it in the right way.
Singleton itself is a vibrant and diverse regional town, located at the centre of the Hunter Valley. The Hunter Expressway ensures Singleton is easily accessible from Maitland, Newcastle and the broader Hunter Region.
About the role
The Integrated Risk Management team was formed approximately 18 months ago and in that time has developed a fantastic reputation within Council by providing the organisation advice and guidance on risk management. This role is a highly visible and critical role, that is the first source of advice and guidance for operational staff across the organisation. The Safety, Training & Environmental Officer will be required to work independently, build productive relationships and contribute to the establishment of a positive and proactive safety culture.
To be successful in the role, you will require a Diploma qualification in Work Health and Safety as a minimum. You must be passionate about all things health, safety and environment and able to complete audits, investigations and deliver training.
If you bring the drive and the staying power, step up today and join us on our journey to be the best Council in Australia.
What’s on offer
The position is offered on a full time, temporary basis for a period of 7 months, working 38 hours per week and is placed at Grade 13 of the salary system. An attractive base salary is on offer between $1565 and $1761 per week.
Council also offers a range of benefits including a rostered day off program, ongoing professional and personal development, a health and wellbeing program and a commitment to support you to find the right balance between work and life.
How to apply
To apply for this position please complete the online questionnaire and ensure you provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter. Addressing the selection criteria via the online questionnaire will allow the selection panel to understand your knowledge, experience and fit for this role.
For further information please refer to the Information for Intending Applicants and Position Description or contact Deborah McDonald - Manager - Integrated Risk on 6578 7233.
Closing Date for Applications: 19 July 2018 (11.30pm AEST)