At WorkSafe our passion for the wellbeing of Victorian workers brings us together. Our people come from a wide range of professions and with no two days ever being the same, diverse thinking comes naturally to us. As we build the WorkSafe of the future we're committed to delivering industry best practice to our people, our customers and the community.

Founded on care and driven by collaboration, our Health and Safety Business Unit is committed to getting Victorians home safely every day. We're growing our team with people whose expertise, insight and passion will help us reach our goals for a safer Victoria.

WorkSafe is relocating its headquarters to Geelong by mid-2018. Prior to this date, this role will be based at 222 Exhibition Street, Melbourne. This position will be a 3 year fixed term opportunity.

About the role

Reporting into the Principal Hygienist within the Occupational Hygiene unit, you will provide specialist advice to key stakeholders both internal and external to WorkSafe Victoria. You will become an appointed inspector through a training period where you will then partner with regions in business planning, partnerships and workplace interventions. In addition the role will cover the following:

• Provide analysis, knowledge and expertise to inform decision  making of others
• Technical evaluation of relevant statutory applications and development of legislation, standards, guidance materials, policies and procedures
• Identify emerging trends and issues for future programs, training and development
• Represent WorkSafe at national, state and industry committees, forums and reference groups
• Complete all reporting and administrative requirements applicable to the position

Skills & experience

• Qualification in Occupational Hygiene and/or Science related discipline
• Knowledge of occupational hygiene and application of systems, processes and procedure in reducing injury and illness
• Strong analytical, problem solving, research and technical interpretation abilities
• High level written and verbal communication skills
• Exposure to project management process, including project planning and evaluation

Benefits & culture

In return we offer a range of great benefits, including work variety, workplace flexibility and leave options, learning and development opportunities, study support, a leading health and wellbeing program, contribution to gym memberships and prescription eye wear and discounted corporate health insurance rates. WorkSafe prides itself on being a great place to work.

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and offer flexibility to facilitate work/life balance. People who are seeking part-time or job share arrangements are encouraged to apply.

No applications from recruitment agencies will be accepted.

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You may be required to undergo a National Police Check (and Medical Assessment) as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close midnight Friday, 2nd February 2018. Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.

WorkSafe are striving to build a diverse workforce that reflects the Victorian community we serve.