Work Health and Safety Advisor

Group and Team: People and Culture Group
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $88,483 to $96,733 per annum + 13% superannuation. 

• Drive real change in workplace safety within a dynamic local government.
• Navigate challenges with resilience and influence key stakeholders.
• Collaborate & lead safety initiatives that make a real impact.

About the role

Are you ready to make a real impact in workplace safety while navigating the challenges of local government?

We are looking for a skilled and resilient WHS professional to join our team.

As one of our two Work Health and Safety Advisors at the City of Hobart, you will play a critical role in fostering a safe and compliant workplace. This role requires someone who is not only technically skilled in WHS policies, investigations, and risk management but also capable of working within the structured processes of local government. You’ll need to be adaptable, solution-focused, and confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels to champion a positive safety culture.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description

About you

You are a confident and adaptable WHS professional who thrives in complex environments. With a strong understanding of safety legislation and risk management, you’re not just about compliance—you’re about driving cultural change. Your resilience and problem-solving skills help you navigate red tape, influence stakeholders, and implement practical safety solutions.

• Diploma in Work Health and Safety or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, qualifications, and/or experience.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, and safety systems.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and audits (ICAM training desirable).
• Ability to obtain necessary background checks.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about workplace safety and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Andrew Portanger, Senior WHS Advisor, on 0419 361 489 or email [email protected] 

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday, 1 June 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.