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At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.Were committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.ADD VALUE - THE ROLEWorking within the Integrated Risk Management Team, the Safety Officer is responsible for assisting in developing, implementing, reviewing, and continuously improving Councils work health and safety (WHS) system and working with, and as a first source of technical advice and guidance for, operational staff across the organisation. This role will require you to work independently, build productive relationships and contribute to the establishment of a positive and proactive safety culture.Key Responsibilities IncludeProvide accurate, reliable, timely and current WHS guidance, support and education to ensure all staff understand, competently use, apply and comply with approved policies, protocols, procedures and processes.Work to develop, implement and continuously improve the WHS management system and education programs to improve the safety of staff.Effectively promote the early identification and mitigation of workplace hazards.In consultation with key stakeholders, assist in the development and continuous improvement of Councils SWMS and SWPs.Undertake audits on a weekly basis and provide recommendations to improve Councils WHS and environmental risk management performance.Collate and analyse statistical data with respect to WHS performance on an ongoing basis.Participate in Work Health & Safety Committee meetings.Participate in all outdoor worker toolbox talks to discuss incidents, hazards, and incident investigation outcomes.Assist with onsite risk assessments for high-risk work and other such field support as required.Essential to this role is a minimum of a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, complemented by solid contemporary experience in a WHS role with a sound working knowledge of and demonstrated ability to interpret and apply WHS legislation and regulation, and experience in delivering WHS induction, education and awareness training.This position is offered on a fixed-term full-time basis working 35 hours per week until 17 October 2025.Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 12 of Council''s Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $90,186 - $101,446 per annum plus superannuation, and use of a fit for purpose commuter use vehicle.BE VALUED - THE REWARDYour Wellbeing Benefits IncludeSwell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)Health + Wellbeing LeaveFitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin ChecksYour Flexible Work Benefits May IncludeWork from homeRostered Day Off9-day fortnight4-day weekYour Leave Benefits IncludeConcessional Leave between Christmas and New YearAnnual LeaveSick + Carers LeaveLong Service Leave after 5 yearsPurchase of Additional Annual LeaveParental LeaveDomestic + Family Violence LeaveHealth + Wellbeing LeaveYour Development Benefits IncludeTraining Courses + Professional DevelopmentEducation AssistanceLeadership Development ProgramEmerging Leaders Program''Grow our Own'' ProgramYour reward + recognition benefits include:ESSPecialist Program AwardsService AwardsBe Valued Recognition ProgramWANT TO KNOW MORE?To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.For further information regarding this role please see the position description.INTERESTED?For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Deborah McDonald, Manager Integrated Risk on 6578 7233.To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.APPLICATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 24 APRIL 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr