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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.

The WorkSafe ACT Investigations Team is growing, and we have a permanent Inspector position available that would suit an individual with a background or focus on regulatory compliance and investigations as well as work health and safety from within various industry sectors.

No two days are the same in the Investigations team. Do you have the ability to deal with sensitive situations? Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Looking to make a career change? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be the next WorkSafe ACT Inspector we are looking for!

Are you based outside of the ACT? You may be eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses. Please get in touch with us via the contact officer to obtain more information.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQA+ are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for individuals from various backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive difference to the health and safety of ACT workers. If you believe you have the investigative experience and skills necessary to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Eligibility / Other Requirements

• Undergo mandatory training in order to perform the functions of an authorised Inspector in accordance with all relevant legislation.
• Current unrestricted driver’s licence.
• Willingness to:
  
  • Participate in an after-hours on-call and telephone roster when required.
  • Wear a uniform.
  • Participate in programmed after hours compliance activities when required.
  • Undergo a pre-employment police check.

Note

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

How to Apply

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A position description is attached.