Health & Safety Advisor

Are you a passionate health and safety professional who thrives on variety, enjoys solving problems and can confidently navigate the challenges of a diverse working environment?

Warrnambool City Council is seeking a proactive and adaptable Health and Safety Advisor to join our team in a permanent, full time ongoing position.

Working across a broad range of Council operations, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. From office based environments to outdoor operations, infrastructure, facilities and community services, no two days will be the same. You’ll need to be comfortable dealing with diverse issues, engaging with people at all levels and tailoring practical solutions to different industries, risks and workplace needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated safety professional who enjoys building relationships, providing practical advice and driving continuous improvement in workplace health and safety.

About the role

Reporting to the Safety & Risk Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in supporting the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of Council’s health and safety systems, while also coordinating injury management and workers’ compensation matters.

Your work will help ensure Council meets its legislative obligations, supports injured workers and fosters a positive, proactive safety culture across the organisation.

About you

You’re a practical, solutions focused safety professional who can balance compliance requirements with the realities of day to day operations. You enjoy working collaboratively, can adapt your approach to different audiences and are confident managing a varied workload and competing priorities.

Why Warrnambool City Council?

At Warrnambool City Council, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a safer, healthier and more supportive workplace while making a positive difference to the community we serve.

You’ll work alongside a diverse range of professionals and operational teams, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience, build meaningful relationships and influence safety outcomes across the organisation.

If you enjoy variety, value collaboration and want to help create a workplace where people feel safe, supported and empowered to do their best work, we’d love to hear from you.

The Benefits

This is a permanent full time role. The current base salary is $78,981 per annum (pro rata) exclusive of superannuation.

To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ on the Warrnambool City Council website and submit your Resume and Cover Letter.

Applications close: 5.00pm Sunday 1 November 2026. 

Questions
If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Dominic Carswell, Safety & Risk Coordinator on 0428 715 250 or dcarswell@warrnambool.vic.gov.au