WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) and associated legislation for Workers’ Compensation and Labour Hire Licensing.

We are committed to cultural and organisational change to become a professional, modern, intelligence-led regulator. The work we do carries with it an obligation to act in the public interest which requires standards of professional behaviour and conduct from all employees that promote and maintain public confidence.

We have an exciting permanent vacancy for a motivated and highly organised professional to fill the role of Inspector within our General Inspectorate Team. The Inspector is responsible for identifying non-compliance with WHS legislation and recommending appropriate responses to enable persons conducting a business or undertaking to achieve compliance. You will conduct workplace visits, verification activities, audits and projects and will work closely with the more senior inspectors.

The successful candidate will have solid attention to detail and the ability to manage and complete multiple tasks in collaboration with various stakeholders. If you believe you have the experience and skills necessary to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Note: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. This position has moved to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.

How to Apply:

Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include a supporting address against the Selection Criteria described in the ideal candidate section of the Position Description of no more than two (2) pages. Please also ensure you demonstrate your ability to meet the essential requirements of the position. Applicants should also provide a curriculum vitae and two referee reports.

A position description is attached.

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