WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the Work Health and Safety Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation.

WorkSafe ACT has an exciting temporary vacancy in our Vulnerable Workers team for a dynamic and passionate professional to fill the role of Senior Education Officer. This role involves promoting Work Health and Safety through educational activities, with a special focus on vulnerable workers in the Canberra region.

The ideal candidate will have experience in interpreting legislation to develop and implement effective strategies and programs. This position offers a varied work environment where you might work independently one day and collaborate with a team of inspectors or stakeholders the next.

If you’re a strong communicator looking to advance your career and make a positive impact on the lives of ACT workers, we encourage you to apply!

As an ACT Government employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, support, and excellent employment conditions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility / Other Requirements

• Knowledge of WHS issues and legislation is desirable but not essential.
• Tertiary qualifications (or partial completion) in a related area are desirable but not essential.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply

Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include a supporting written pitch of no more than two pages demonstrating your skills and experience relevant to the Selection Criteria listed under ‘Ideal Candidate’ in the Position Description. Please address all of the points under ‘Ideal Candidate’ and provide examples to demonstrate your experience. Please ensure you meet the ‘Essential Requirements’ of the role as detailed in the Position Description.

Applicants should also provide a current curriculum vitae and contact details of at least two referees. Referee reports may be sought at a later stage.

Applications should be submitted via the "Apply Now" button below.

A position description is attached.